1979 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2010 Scion tC is newer by 31 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Scion tC (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Scion tC weights approximately 456 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, 2010 Scion tC, 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, 2010 Scion tC (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Scion tC | |
| Make | Toyota | Scion |
| Model | Corolla | tC |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 862 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
