2008 Toyota Corolla vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 88 kg more than 1996 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, 2008 Toyota Corolla (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Corolla | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1331 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.3 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
