2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1744 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Express | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2674 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2380 mm |
