1970 Toyota Corolla vs. 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 2000 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1407 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3400 mm |
