1968 Toyota Corona vs. 2003 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2003 Toyota Soarer is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 674 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Corona 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 Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Soarer, 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, 2003 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona. 2003 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 1968 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1968 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Toyota Corona | 2003 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corona | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1858 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
