1966 Marcos 1500 vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1500 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Marcos 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Marcos 1500 (85 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Marcos 1500 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 190 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Because 1966 Marcos 1500 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 1966 Marcos 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1966 Marcos 1500 (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1966 Marcos 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Marcos 1500 | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Marcos | Toyota |
Model | 1500 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |