1994 Ford Aspire vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 310 kg more than 1994 Ford Aspire. 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, 2012 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aspire | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Aspire | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |
