1975 Toyota Corolla vs. 2005 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2005 TVR Tamora is newer by 30 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2005 TVR Tamora (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (112 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corolla | 2005 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Corolla | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |
