1969 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1977 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1977 Toyota Corona is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Corona (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Corona weights approximately 330 kg more than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 1977 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 1969 Daihatsu Consorte has manual transmission. 1969 Daihatsu Consorte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Daihatsu Consorte | 1977 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Consorte | Corona |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2510 mm |
