2007 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1983 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu YRV (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corona. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corona weights approximately 133 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 1983 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 1983 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu YRV, 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, 1983 Toyota Corona (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu YRV | 1983 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | YRV | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
