1999 Acura SLX vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Acura SLX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura SLX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura SLX (225 HP) has 162 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura SLX should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura SLX weights approximately 680 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Acura SLX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Acura SLX (312 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (98 Nm). This means 1999 Acura SLX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura SLX | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | SLX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1834 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2410 mm |
