1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 36 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 385 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 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Toyota Corona | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Toyota | Subaru |
Model | Corona | Impreza |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2619 mm |