1992 Toyota Corolla vs. 1974 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1992 Toyota Corolla is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 228 kg more than 1974 Triumph Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Triumph Toledo 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 1974 Triumph Toledo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Corolla | 1974 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Corolla | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
