2012 BMW 118 vs. 1983 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 29 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 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 118 (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corona. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 235 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, 2012 BMW 118 (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corona. (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2012 BMW 118 | 1983 Toyota Corona | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 118 | Corona |
Year Released | 2012 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4324 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1421 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |