2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 27 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
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, 2005 Daewoo Kalos, 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 (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. 1978 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 2005 Daewoo Kalos has manual transmission. 2005 Daewoo Kalos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daewoo Kalos | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Daewoo | Toyota |
Model | Kalos | Corona |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |