2004 Toyota Yaris vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corona (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corona weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris, 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 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Yaris | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris | Corona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1362 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
