2011 Kia Borrego vs. 1983 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 28 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corona. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Borrego weights approximately 155 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corona. (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Borrego | 1983 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Borrego | Corona |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
