1997 Toyota Corolla vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 12 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 91 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Corolla | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3250 mm |
