1984 Toyota Corolla vs. 1968 Toyota 1000
To start off, 1984 Toyota Corolla is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 1000 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1968 Toyota 1000. (46 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 140 kg more than 1968 Toyota 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota 1000 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 1968 Toyota 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Toyota Corolla (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 1000. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Corolla | 1968 Toyota 1000 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |
