1970 Toyota Corona vs. 1999 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 29 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 1,857 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corona. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 97 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Corona 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 Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm, 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 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Toyota Corona | 1999 Chevrolet Prizm | |
Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
Model | Corona | Prizm |
Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1857 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |