1966 Toyota Corona vs. 2012 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avalon is newer by 46 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 675 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, 2012 Toyota Avalon, 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 Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Toyota Corona | 2012 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corona | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2819 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
