1968 Toyota Corolla vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina

To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 30 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 640 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 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Toyota Corolla 1998 Toyota Caldina
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Corolla Caldina
Year Released 1968 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1077 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 77 Nm 181 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 700 kg 1340 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 60 L


 

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