2000 BMW 323 vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (168 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 323 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2000 BMW 323 (245 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
