1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 939 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona. 2011 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1975 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1975 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corona | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corona | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3030 mm |
