2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 32 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1423 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (133 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Express | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2510 mm |
