2006 MG ZT-T vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 MG ZT-T is newer by 28 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG ZT-T (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 MG ZT-T weights approximately 815 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. 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 MG ZT-T (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 MG ZT-T | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | MG | Toyota |
Model | ZT-T | Corona |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |