1999 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 13 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 172 kg more than 1999 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 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 2012 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 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 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
