1968 Toyota Corona vs. 2008 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2008 Toyota Prius is newer by 40 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 1,857 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Corona (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Prius weights approximately 317 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona.
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, 2008 Toyota Prius, 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, 1968 Toyota Corona (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Toyota Corona | 2008 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Corona | Prius |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1857 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |