1997 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 679 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 870 kg more than 1972 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, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 806 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lotec Testa de Oro | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Lotec | Toyota |
Model | Testa de Oro | Corolla |
Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 741 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 900 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 780 kg |