1986 Toyota Supra vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1986 Toyota Supra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Supra weights approximately 847 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1986 Toyota Supra (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Toyota Supra | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Supra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1070 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
