2009 Saturn Aura vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Saturn Aura is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Aura (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Aura weights approximately 524 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Aura, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Saturn Aura (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saturn Aura | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | Aura | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
