1969 Toyota Corolla vs. 1980 Triumph TR8
To start off, 1980 Triumph TR8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,523 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Triumph TR8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Triumph TR8 (138 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Triumph TR8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Triumph TR8 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Triumph TR8 (224 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (93 Nm). This means 1980 Triumph TR8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Toyota Corolla | 1980 Triumph TR8 | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Corolla | TR8 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
