1968 Toyota Corolla vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 1975 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,406 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corolla (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 255 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Toyota Corolla (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Toyota Corolla 1975 Toyota Corolla
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Corolla Corolla
Year Released 1968 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1077 cc 1406 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 76 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 77 Nm 114 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 700 kg 955 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 4110 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2410 mm


 

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