1981 Toyota Corona vs. 2013 Scion xD
To start off, 2013 Scion xD is newer by 32 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 1,798 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion xD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion xD (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corona. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion xD weights approximately 223 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Scion xD is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Scion xD will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Scion xD (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Scion xD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Corona | 2013 Scion xD | |
| Make | Toyota | Scion |
| Model | Corona | xD |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4440 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
