1999 Saturn SL vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1999 Saturn SL is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Saturn SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Saturn SL (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saturn SL should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Saturn SL weights approximately 53 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Toyota Corona 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 1973 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Saturn SL, 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 Saturn SL (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Saturn SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona. 1973 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 1999 Saturn SL has manual transmission. 1999 Saturn SL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Saturn SL | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | SL | Corona |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
