2007 Toyota Corolla vs. 1978 Toyota Corona

To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 458 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 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Toyota Corolla 1978 Toyota Corona
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Corolla Corona
Year Released 2007 1978
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1794 cc 1588 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 127 HP 86 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 130 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.5 mm 70 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 972 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 61 L


 

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