1998 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 524 kg more than 1998 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
