2006 Toyota Yaris vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 22 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Toyota Corolla (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Yaris | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |
