1990 Toyota Sera vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1990 Toyota Sera is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Sera (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Sera should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 89 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera.
Because 1970 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Sera, 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, 1970 Toyota Corolla (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota Sera | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sera | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2340 mm |
