1969 Toyota Corolla vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 40 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 590 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 1969 Toyota Corolla 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 1969 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Toyota Corolla | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
