2003 MG TF vs. 1981 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2003 MG TF is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG TF (114 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corona. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG TF weights approximately 185 kg more than 1981 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, 2003 MG TF (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MG TF | 1981 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | TF | Corona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
