2000 Toyota Corolla vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 200 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Corolla 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 1983 Toyota Corolla. 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 (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Corolla | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
