1994 McLaren F1 vs. 1986 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1994 McLaren F1 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 6,062 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 McLaren F1 (627 HP) has 553 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 McLaren F1 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1986 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 McLaren F1 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 1994 McLaren F1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1994 McLaren F1 (881 Nm) has 778 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm). This means 1994 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 McLaren F1 | 1986 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | McLaren | Toyota |
| Model | F1 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6062 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 627 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |
