1983 Toyota Corolla vs. 1992 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 1992 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 130 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1983 Toyota Corolla 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 1983 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1992 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Toyota Corolla 1992 Toyota Corolla
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Corolla Corolla
Year Released 1983 1992
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 1586 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 68 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 105 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 885 kg 1015 kg
Vehicle Length 4110 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2440 mm