2009 Kia Borrego vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 415 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego 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 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Borrego | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Borrego | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4625 cc | 1165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 337 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2380 mm |
