2011 Toyota iQ vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2011 Toyota iQ is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Corona (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Corona weights approximately 292 kg more than 2011 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota iQ, 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, 2011 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota iQ | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | iQ | Corona |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3051 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2530 mm |
