2006 Kia Pregio vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Pregio (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Pregio should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1984 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, 2006 Kia Pregio (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla. 1984 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Pregio has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Pregio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Pregio | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Pregio | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
