1979 Toyota Corolla vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 29 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 755 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 2008 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (129 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Corolla | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3090 mm |
