2008 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1980 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 572 kg more than 1980 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corolla. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Tacoma | 1980 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Tacoma | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2694 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 50 L |
