1968 Toyota Corolla vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 1997 Xedos 6 is newer by 29 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Xedos 6 weights approximately 430 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.
Because 1968 Toyota Corolla 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 1968 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Xedos 6, 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, 1997 Xedos 6 (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Toyota Corolla | 1997 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Xedos |
| Model | Corolla | 6 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1068 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |
