2007 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Hyundai XG 350 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai XG 350 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 702 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai XG 350, 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 XG 350 (292 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai XG 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai XG 350 | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | XG 350 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
