1993 Toyota Corolla vs. 1999 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 1999 Toyota Picnic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Picnic (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 360 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Toyota Picnic (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (112 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Corolla | 1999 Toyota Picnic | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Picnic |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
