1982 Toyota Corolla vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1982 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 30 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Toyota Corolla (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Corolla | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
