1985 Toyota Corolla vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1990 Toyota Corolla is newer by 5 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 5 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Toyota Corolla (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Corolla | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
