1983 Toyota Corona vs. 2010 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2010 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corona. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 918 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corona. (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corona. 2010 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 1983 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1983 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Toyota Corona | 2010 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Corona | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2366 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2789 mm |