2001 Toyota Condor vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Toyota Condor is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Condor (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 115 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Condor 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 2001 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (138 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Condor | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Condor | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1245 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
