1996 Toyota Picnic vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1996 Toyota Picnic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Picnic (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 125 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Corona 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 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Picnic, 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, 1996 Toyota Picnic (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Picnic | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Picnic | Corona |
Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2253 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |