1986 Toyota Corolla vs. 1979 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1986 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Corona weights approximately 125 kg more than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1979 Toyota Corona 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 1979 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1979 Toyota Corona (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Toyota Corolla | 1979 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Corona |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
