2008 BMW X3 vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2008 BMW X3 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla. 1984 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW X3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X3 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
