1958 Toyota Corona vs. 2006 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2006 Toyota Matrix is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,784 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Matrix (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 404 kg more than 1958 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Matrix is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Matrix 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, 2006 Toyota Matrix (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Toyota Corona | 2006 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corona | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
