2000 Panoz AIV vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 Panoz AIV is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Panoz AIV weights approximately 180 kg more than 1975 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 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Panoz AIV | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Panoz | Toyota |
Model | AIV | Corona |
Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |