1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 1967 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Dodge Shadow is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Shadow (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Shadow weights approximately 568 kg more than 1967 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Toyota Corolla 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 1967 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow, 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, 1989 Dodge Shadow (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Shadow will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Dodge Shadow | 1967 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Shadow | Corolla |
Year Released | 1989 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1077 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2290 mm |