2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1402 kg more than 1974 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Express | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |