1975 Toyota Corona vs. 1971 Toyota 2000GT

To start off, 1975 Toyota Corona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 160 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. 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, 1971 Toyota 2000GT (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Toyota Corona 1971 Toyota 2000GT
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Corona 2000GT
Year Released 1975 1971
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 84 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1160 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4180 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2510 mm


 

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