1999 Toyota Yaris vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Toyota Yaris is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 202 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Toyota Corolla (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Yaris | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
