1988 Toyota Corolla vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1988 Toyota Corolla is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 TVR Vixen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 TVR Vixen (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 165 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 TVR Vixen (125 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm). This means 1968 TVR Vixen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Corolla | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Corolla | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
