1979 Toyota Corolla vs. 2000 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2000 Holden Vectra is newer by 21 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Vectra (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Vectra weights approximately 480 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Holden Vectra, 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, 2000 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 2000 Holden Vectra has automatic transmission and 1979 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1979 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Holden Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Corolla | 2000 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Corolla | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
