2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser (239 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corona. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 430 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser (377 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | FJ Cruiser | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
