1970 Toyota Corolla vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Toyota Corolla is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,407 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 310 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1970 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1999 Toyota Corolla (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Toyota Corolla | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Corolla | Corolla |
Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1407 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 73.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2470 mm |