1999 Toyota Yaris vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Toyota Yaris is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Yaris (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 315 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
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, both vehicles can yield 131 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Yaris | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
