1993 Toyota Corolla vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 16 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 298 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Toyota Corolla | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Corolla | Corolla |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |