1998 Toyota Caldina vs. 1970 Toyota Corona

To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corona. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 392 kg more than 1970 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 1970 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 (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Toyota Caldina 1970 Toyota Corona
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Caldina Corona
Year Released 1998 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1707 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 133 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 181 Nm 137 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 73.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 8.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1362 kg 970 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 51 L


 

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