1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 25 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Corolla (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 125 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 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla, 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 (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Toyota Corona 2000 Toyota Corolla
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Corona Corolla
Year Released 1975 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 1331 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 84 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 73.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1125 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4110 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2470 mm


 

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