2007 Toyota Highlander vs. 1981 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (155 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corona. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 370 kg more than 1981 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 1981 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 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Highlander | 1981 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Highlander | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
