1975 Toyota Corolla vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1985 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 120 kg more than 1975 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, 1985 Toyota Corolla (140 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Toyota Corolla | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Corolla | Corolla |
Year Released | 1975 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1165 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |