2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1968 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 561 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1968 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Avalanche | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |
