2004 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1962 Toyota Corona

To start off, 2004 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Trajet (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 912 kg more than 1962 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1962 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 1962 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Trajet, 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, 2004 Hyundai Trajet (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Corona. 2004 Hyundai Trajet has automatic transmission and 1962 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1962 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Hyundai Trajet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2004 Hyundai Trajet 1962 Toyota Corona
Make Hyundai Toyota
Model Trajet Corona
Year Released 2004 1962
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2655 cc 997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 171 HP 38 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 68 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.7 mm 65 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 22.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1852 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1500 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 75 L