2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1432 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (143 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Express | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3180 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
