1972 Toyota Corona vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 964 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2005 Toyota Sienna (344 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corona. (123 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Corona | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corona | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1869 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 76 L |
