1968 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 45 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Acura ILX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura ILX (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ILX should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ILX weights approximately 636 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, 2013 Acura ILX, 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, 2013 Acura ILX (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Acura ILX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Corolla | ILX |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1077 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
