1978 Toyota Corona vs. 2011 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2011 Jeep Liberty is newer by 33 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 856 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona. 2011 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 1978 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1978 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Corona | 2011 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Toyota | Jeep |
| Model | Corona | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4473 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2695 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |
