2004 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 340 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Naked, 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, 1978 Toyota Corona (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. 2004 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 1978 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1978 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Daihatsu Naked will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Naked | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Naked | Corona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
