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Toyota Corona 1.6

General information

ModelToyota Corona 1.6
Year1978
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating61.2 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1588 ccm (96.90 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
Transmission3-speed automatic or 4-speed manual

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1588 ccm (96.90 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power87.20 PS (64 kW or 86 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque130.00 Nm (13.3 kgf-m or 95.9 ft.lbs) at 3400 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke85.0 x 70.0 mm (3.3 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
Gearbox3-speed automatic or 4-speed manual

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0899 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4170 litres (1,102 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (425.2 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight972 kg (2,142.9 pounds)
Overall length4300 mm (169.3 inches)
Overall width1660 mm (65.4 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Ground clearance170 mm (6.7 inches)
Wheelbase2530 mm (99.6 inches)
Fuel capacity61.0 litres (16.12 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originJapan
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