1974 Toyota Corona vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta

To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 210 kg more than 1974 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Toyota Corona 1996 Toyota Cresta
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Corona Cresta
Year Released 1974 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2253 cc 2491 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 96 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 255 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1210 kg 1420 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2680 mm


 

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