1968 Toyota Corona vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 37 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 617 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (248 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Toyota Corona | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Corona | Avensis |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1857 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |