1974 Toyota Corona vs. 2012 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2012 Toyota Highlander is newer by 38 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Highlander (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 580 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, 2012 Toyota Highlander, 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, 2012 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Corona | 2012 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corona | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2789 mm |
