1998 Toyota Caldina vs. 1964 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 495 kg more than 1964 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Caldina | 1964 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Caldina | Corona |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
