1989 Toyota Corolla vs. 2006 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2006 Pagani Zonda is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 215 kg more than 1989 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Pagani Zonda 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 2006 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2006 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 623 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Corolla | 2006 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Toyota | Pagani |
| Model | Corolla | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
