1970 Toyota Corona vs. 1983 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1983 Toyota Model F is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 76 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Model F weights approximately 395 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona.
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, 1983 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Corona | 1983 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corona | Model F |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2240 mm |
