1966 Toyota Corona vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 739 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Toyota Corona | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corona | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
