2007 Toyota Highlander vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 99 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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 Highlander (302 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (149 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Highlander | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Highlander | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3311 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1094 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |
