1973 Toyota Corona vs. 2006 TVR T 350
To start off, 2006 TVR T 350 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 TVR T 350 weights approximately 78 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 TVR T 350 (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Toyota Corona | 2006 TVR T 350 | |
Make | Toyota | TVR |
Model | Corona | T 350 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2370 mm |