1979 Toyota Corolla vs. 2008 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2008 Toyota RunX 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 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RunX weights approximately 280 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2008 Toyota RunX, 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, 2008 Toyota RunX (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RunX 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 RunX | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | RunX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
