1989 Toyota Corolla vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 18 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avanza (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avanza should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avanza weights approximately 169 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Avanza (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Corolla | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Avanza |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1094 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
