2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1982 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1754 kg more than 1982 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1982 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Silverado | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2639 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6090 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2410 mm |
