2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1986 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Tercel 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 230 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Tercel. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 970 kg more than 1986 Toyota Tercel. 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 1986 Toyota Tercel. 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 (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Tercel. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1986 Toyota Tercel | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Silverado | Tercel |
Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2440 mm |