1983 Toyota Corolla vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 21 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Corolla | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Toyota | Xedos |
| Model | Corolla | 9 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
