1974 Toyota Corolla vs. 1981 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1981 Toyota Corona is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Corona (68 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Corona weights approximately 230 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1981 Toyota Corona (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Toyota Corolla | 1981 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Corolla | Corona |
Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |