1993 Toyota Corolla vs. 2000 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2000 Toyota Echo is newer by 7 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 1,707 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Echo. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 Toyota Echo. 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Echo. (122 Nm). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Corolla | 2000 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Echo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1707 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |
