1997 Toyota Corolla vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (97 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Corona weights approximately 75 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1980 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 1980 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1980 Toyota Corona (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Corolla | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Corona |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
