2003 Saturn Vue vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2003 Saturn Vue is newer by 31 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saturn Vue (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corona. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Saturn Vue weights approximately 476 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.
Because 1972 Toyota Corona 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 1972 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Saturn Vue, 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, 2003 Saturn Vue (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Saturn Vue | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | Vue | Corona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 51 L |
