1973 Toyota Corolla vs. 1970 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1973 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota 2000GT (128 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 305 kg more than 1973 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, 1970 Toyota 2000GT (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Corolla | 1970 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
