1987 Toyota Corolla vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2001 Toyota Condor is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Condor (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 444 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Condor 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 2001 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2001 Toyota Condor (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Corolla | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Condor |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1446 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
