2009 Kia Borrego vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona 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 253 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 300 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. 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 1978 Toyota Corona. 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 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 1978 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1978 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Borrego | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Borrego | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4625 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 337 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 75 L |
