1997 Toyota Corolla vs. 2003 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2003 TVR Cerbera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 328 kg more than 2003 TVR Cerbera.
Because 2003 TVR Cerbera 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 2003 TVR Cerbera. 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, 2003 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Corolla | 2003 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Corolla | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
