1979 Toyota Corolla vs. 1998 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1998 Toyota Paseo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Paseo (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 30 kg more than 1998 Toyota Paseo.
Because 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Paseo, 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, 1998 Toyota Paseo (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Paseo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Toyota Corolla | 1998 Toyota Paseo | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Corolla | Paseo |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |