1973 Toyota Corolla vs. 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 29 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1995 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, 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Corolla | 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3400 mm |
