1981 Toyota Corona vs. 2008 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2008 Toyota RunX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RunX weights approximately 167 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corona.
Because 1981 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 1981 Toyota Corona. 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 (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Corona | 2008 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corona | RunX |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
