1984 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corolla | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |
