2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corona weights approximately 24 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Express | Corona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2590 mm |