1996 Toyota Paseo vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Paseo (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 240 kg more than 1996 Toyota Paseo.
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, 1996 Toyota Paseo (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Paseo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Paseo | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Paseo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
