1970 Toyota Corona vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 42 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, 2012 Hyundai Elantra (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corona. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corona.
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, 2012 Hyundai Elantra, 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, 2012 Hyundai Elantra (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Corona | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Corona | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1857 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 48 L |
