2005 Marcos TSO vs. 1986 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Marcos TSO is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (400 HP) has 277 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (123 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Marcos TSO weights approximately 180 kg more than 1986 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Marcos TSO (534 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TSO | 1986 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Marcos | Toyota |
| Model | TSO | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
