2009 BMW 120 vs. 1986 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (123 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1986 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, 2009 BMW 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 1986 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 120 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 75 L |