1975 Toyota Corona vs. 1998 Toyota Celica

To start off, 1998 Toyota Celica is newer by 23 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 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corona weights approximately 115 kg more than 1998 Toyota Celica.

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, 1998 Toyota Celica, 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, 1975 Toyota Corona (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Celica.

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