2008 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1976 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Trajet (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 598 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Trajet, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Hyundai Trajet (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Trajet | 1976 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Trajet | Corona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |
