1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris 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 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 120 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, 2009 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 (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corona | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corona | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2560 mm |
