1974 Toyota Corona vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 33 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avanza (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avanza should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avanza weights approximately 110 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Avanza (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Corona | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corona | Avanza |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 91.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
