2006 Toyota Avensis vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Corona (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 544 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Because 1968 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 1968 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis, 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 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Avensis | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Avensis | Corona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1858 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
