2000 Holden Zafira vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 Holden Zafira is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Zafira weights approximately 475 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Corona 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 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Holden Zafira, 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, 2000 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Holden Zafira | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Zafira | Corona |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |