2007 Toyota Hilux vs. 1983 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corona. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 315 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Toyota Corona (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Hilux | 1983 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Hilux | Corona |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2510 mm |