1979 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sienna 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 996 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 Toyota Sienna, 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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (116 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 2010 Toyota Sienna 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. 2010 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 941 kg | 1937 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1966 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
