1985 Toyota Corolla vs. 1975 Toyota Century
To start off, 1985 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Century (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Century weights approximately 855 kg more than 1985 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Century 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 1975 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1975 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Corolla | 1975 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Century |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2870 mm |
