1999 Toyota Corolla vs. 2005 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2005 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 705 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2005 TVR Speed 12 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 2005 TVR Speed 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 761 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Toyota Corolla | 2005 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Toyota | TVR |
Model | Corolla | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1332 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |