1997 Toyota Corolla vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 10 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 240 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Toyota Corolla | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Corolla | Yaris |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |