1973 Toyota Corolla vs. 1994 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1994 Toyota Corolla is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 235 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, 1973 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Corolla | 1994 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2470 mm |
