2007 Toyota Corolla vs. 1973 Toyota Corona

To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 320 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1973 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 1973 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla, 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 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Toyota Corolla 1973 Toyota Corona
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Corolla Corona
Year Released 2007 1973
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1794 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 127 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79 mm 88.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.5 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 8.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1110 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2510 mm


 

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