1974 Toyota Corona vs. 2005 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 31 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Nubira (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 180 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.
Because 1974 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Nubira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Daewoo Nubira (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Toyota Corona | 2005 Daewoo Nubira | |
Make | Toyota | Daewoo |
Model | Corona | Nubira |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |