1975 Toyota Corona vs. 1988 Acura Integra
To start off, 1988 Acura Integra is newer by 13 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Acura Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Because 1975 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Acura Integra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Acura Integra (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corona | 1988 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Corona | Integra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4285 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
