2009 BMW X5 vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (97 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 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, 2009 BMW X5 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2530 mm |
