2004 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche (283 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1178 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Avalanche | Corona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |
