2007 Toyota Yaris vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 50 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Yaris | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
