2007 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1968 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Trajet (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 1013 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Corolla 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 Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Trajet, 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, 2007 Hyundai Trajet (255 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Trajet | 1968 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Trajet | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
