1962 Toyota Corona vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 880 kg more than 1962 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Corona. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera has automatic transmission and 1962 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1962 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Toyota Corona | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corona | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
