1985 Toyota Corolla vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1988 Toyota Supra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (267 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Supra weights approximately 95 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 1988 Toyota Supra 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 1988 Toyota Supra. 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, 1988 Toyota Supra (358 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Corolla | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Supra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
