2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1978 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1978 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Express | Corona |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2530 mm |