2001 Toyota Supra vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2001 Toyota Supra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Supra (470 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corona. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Supra weights approximately 711 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Toyota Corona (137 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Supra. (88 Nm). This means 1972 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Supra | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Supra | Corona |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 970 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 51 L |
