2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1475 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Silverado (488 Nm) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Silverado | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 105 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2380 mm |