1979 Toyota Corolla vs. 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7
To start off, 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 is newer by 30 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 weights approximately 954 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, 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7, 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, 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Corolla | 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 | |
| Make | Toyota | Luxgen |
| Model | Corolla | Luxgen7 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4845 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1876 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1768 mm |
