2003 Avanti Studebaker vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2003 Avanti Studebaker is newer by 34 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 5,952 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corona. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1730 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Avanti Studebaker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Avanti Studebaker | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Avanti | Toyota |
| Model | Studebaker | Corona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5952 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2675 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2430 mm |
