1975 Toyota Corolla vs. 2003 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2003 Toyota Previa is newer by 28 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Previa weights approximately 670 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corolla | 2003 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Previa |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2900 mm |
