2008 Toyota Auris vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Toyota Auris is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,857 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corona (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Auris. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Auris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Auris weights approximately 300 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Because 1970 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 1970 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Auris, 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, 1970 Toyota Corona (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Auris. (130 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Auris.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Auris | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Auris | Corona |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1857 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.3 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |