2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 411 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Express | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2340 mm |
