2006 Saturn ION vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn ION (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 394 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION, 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, 2006 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saturn ION | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | ION | Corona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
