2000 Toyota Corolla vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corona (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 195 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Because 1969 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 1969 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla, 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 Toyota Corolla (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Toyota Corolla | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Corolla | Corona |
Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |