1978 Toyota Corona vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 221 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
Because 1978 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 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod, 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (163 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Corona | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corona | Pod |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
