1975 Toyota Corona vs. 1999 Vector M12
To start off, 1999 Vector M12 is newer by 24 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vector M12 weights approximately 630 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, 1999 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corona | 1999 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Toyota | Vector |
| Model | Corona | M12 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
