2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Corona weights approximately 55 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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 Daihatsu YRV (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | YRV | Corona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |
