2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 980 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Wrangler | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Wrangler | Corona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
