2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 897 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. 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 Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Trans Sport | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2340 mm |
