1996 Toyota Hi-Ace vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace (90 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 765 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Hi-Ace | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Hi-Ace | Corolla |
Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1340 mm |