2004 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 849 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora, 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 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Oldsmobile Aurora | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Aurora | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3994 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
