2005 Toyota Tazz vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tazz is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tazz (180 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tazz should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 316 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tazz.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tazz | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Tazz | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 944 kg | 1260 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |
