1972 Toyota Corolla vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 545 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Avensis (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Corolla | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
