1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2004 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Corsa is newer by 29 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, 1975 Toyota Corona (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corona weights approximately 65 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. 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, 2004 Vauxhall Corsa, 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corona | 2004 Vauxhall Corsa | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corona | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
