1986 Toyota Corolla vs. 1992 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1992 Toyota Paseo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Paseo (93 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Paseo weights approximately 9 kg more than 1986 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Toyota Paseo (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Paseo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Toyota Corolla | 1992 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Paseo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
