1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Toyota iQ is newer by 34 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, 2009 Toyota iQ (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corona weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 Toyota iQ.
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, 2009 Toyota iQ, 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Toyota Corona | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Corona | iQ |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2000 mm |