2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP) has 279 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1979 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1979 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Silverado | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 353 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 506 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2410 mm |