1969 Toyota Corolla vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 37 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 3,308 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 640 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.
Because 2006 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Toyota Corolla | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1077 cc | 3308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
