2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1974 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1720 kg more than 1974 Triumph Toledo. 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 Silverado (488 Nm) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1974 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Silverado | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 63 L |
