2009 Land Rover LR2 vs. 1983 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corona. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corona.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 Land Rover LR2 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corona. (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover LR2 | 1983 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
Model | LR2 | Corona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3192 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |