1975 Toyota Corolla vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 33 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 300 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (112 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla. 2008 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1975 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1975 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corolla | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3240 mm |
