2009 Saturn Aura vs. 1977 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Saturn Aura is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Aura (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Aura weights approximately 332 kg more than 1977 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Corona 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 1977 Toyota Corona. 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 (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saturn Aura | 1977 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | Aura | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
