1984 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C
To start off, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C 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 3,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 McLaren MP4-12C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (592 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 528 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C weights approximately 498 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 McLaren MP4-12C 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 2012 McLaren MP4-12C. 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, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 McLaren MP4-12C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Corolla | 2012 McLaren MP4-12C | |
| Make | Toyota | McLaren |
| Model | Corolla | MP4-12C |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 592 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1199 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
