2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1969 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1425 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1969 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Avalanche | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
