1975 Toyota Corona vs. 1989 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1989 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 14 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 2,365 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 390 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.
Because 1989 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corona | 1989 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corona | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 2365 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |
