1983 Toyota Corolla vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 26 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 714 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2009 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1983 Toyota Corolla (143 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Corolla | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 15.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
