1971 Toyota Corona vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Borrego weights approximately 290 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego 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, 2011 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (149 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Toyota Corona | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Corona | Borrego |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 4625 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 337 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 78 L |