1975 Toyota Corona vs. 1983 TVR 350i
To start off, 1983 TVR 350i is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 TVR 350i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 TVR 350i (197 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 TVR 350i should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 TVR 350i weights approximately 163 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, 1983 TVR 350i (298 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm). This means 1983 TVR 350i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Toyota Corona | 1983 TVR 350i | |
Make | Toyota | TVR |
Model | Corona | 350i |
Year Released | 1975 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5280 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1163 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |