1976 Toyota Corolla vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (165 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 736 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (248 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Corolla | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |
