1982 Toyota Corolla vs. 2004 Toyota Will
To start off, 2004 Toyota Will is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Will is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Will (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Will weights approximately 575 kg more than 1982 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Will is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Will 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, 2004 Toyota Will (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corolla. 2004 Toyota Will has automatic transmission and 1982 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1982 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Will will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Corolla | 2004 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Will |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
