1996 Toyota Corolla vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,229 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Corolla (134 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 480 kg more than 1996 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, 2008 Toyota Corolla (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Corolla | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Corolla | Corolla |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2229 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 16.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |