1980 Toyota Corona vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Corona weights approximately 76 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Because 1980 Toyota Corona 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 1980 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2005 Toyota Yaris (123 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Toyota Corona | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Corona | Yaris |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |