2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Tahoe (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Tahoe | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 46 L |
