1968 Toyota Corolla vs. 2003 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2003 Holden Frontera is newer by 35 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 980 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 2003 Holden Frontera 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, 2003 Holden Frontera 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, 2003 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Toyota Corolla | 2003 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Corolla | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1077 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
