1978 Toyota Corona vs. 2013 Scion xD
To start off, 2013 Scion xD is newer by 35 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 1,798 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion xD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion xD (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion xD weights approximately 158 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 2013 Scion xD 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, 2013 Scion xD 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, 2013 Scion xD (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Scion xD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Toyota Corona | 2013 Scion xD | |
Make | Toyota | Scion |
Model | Corona | xD |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4440 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1725 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |