1964 Toyota Corona vs. 2012 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2012 Toyota Highlander is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Highlander (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 850 kg more than 1964 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Corona. 2012 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1964 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1964 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Toyota Corona | 2012 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corona | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 73 L |
