1999 Toyota Corolla vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,707 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 50 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Corolla. 1993 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Corolla | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
