1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 32 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 1 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 70 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona.
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, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Toyota Corona | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Corona | Yaris |
Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 124 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 - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |