Monday, December 21, 2015

Toyota Corolla - Generation 8.1 (1997-1999)

TOYOTA COROLLA (1997-1999)

Called the "Love Life" due to an emphasis on safety brought by standard (except for the XL) airbags and ABS brakes. The first version had an optional TOMS Limited Edition with a supercharged 1.6 engine but sold in limited quantities.




OWNERSHIP DETAILSTOMS Limited Edition1.6 GLI1.3 XE1.3 XL
Years Available1998-1999December 1997-1999December 1997-1999December 1997-1999
ENGINE SPECS
Engine4A-FE 1.6 DOHC 16V I4 Supercharged4A-FE 1.6 DOHC 16V I42E 1.3 SOHC 12V I42E 1.3 SOHC 12V I4
Horsepower150hp110hp @ 6,000rpm72hp @ 6,200rpm72hp @ 6,200rpm
TorqueN/A145Nm @ 4,800rpm101Nm @ 4,200rpm101Nm @ 4,200rpm
Fuel TypeGasoline/93 OctaneGasoline/93 OctaneGasoline/93 OctaneGasoline/93 Octane
Fuel SystemElectronic Fuel InjectionElectronic Fuel InjectionCarburetorCarburetor
Transmission5-Speed Manual5-Speed Manual, 4-Speed Automatic5-Speed Manual5-Speed Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity50 Liters50 Liters50 Liters50 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length4,395mm4,395mm4,395mm4,315mm
Width1,690mm1,690mm1,690mm1,690mm
Height1,385mm1,385mm1,385mm1,385mm
Wheelbase2,465mm2,465mm2,465mm2,465mm
Curb WeightN/A1,060kg970kg960kg
Body Style4-Door Sedan4-Door Sedan4-Door Sedan4-Door Sedan
Engine/Drive TypeFront Engine/Front Wheel DriveFront Engine/Front Wheel DriveFront Engine/Front Wheel DriveFront Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating5555
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front SuspensionIndependent McPherson Strut with Stabilizer BarIndependent McPherson Strut with Stabilizer BarIndependent McPherson Strut with Stabilizer BarIndependent McPherson Strut with Stabilizer Bar
Rear SuspensionIndependent McPherson Strut with Stabilizer BarIndependent McPherson Strut with Stabilizer BarIndependent McPherson Strut with Stabilizer BarIndependent McPherson Strut with Stabilizer Bar
Front BrakesVentilated DiscVentilated DiscVentilated DiscVentilated Disc
Rear BrakesDrumDrumDrumDrum
Tires185/65 R14185/65 R14185/65 R14165/65 SR13
Wheels14 Inch Alloy14 Inch Alloy14 Inch Alloy13 Inch Steel
SAFETY
Airbags2210
Anti-Lock BrakesYes, With Electronic Brakeforce DistributionYes, With Electronic Brakeforce DistributionNoneNone
Traction/Stability ControlNoneNoneNoneNone
Other Safety FeaturesAdds: NoneAdds: NoneHigh Mount Stop LampNone
EXTERIOR
Fog LampsNoneNoneNoneNone
Other Exterior FeaturesAdds: Only available in White or BlackAdds: Body Color Door Handles, Side Mirrors, and Side Protective Mouldings, Side Skirt, Catalytic ConverterAdds: Chrome Grille, Black Side Protective Mouldings, Mudguards, Window Sash Blackout, Rear DefoggerBlack Radiator Grille, Door Handles and Side Mirrors
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTiltTiltTiltFixed
Steering Wheel MaterialLeatherUrethaneUrethanePolypropylene
Seating AdjustmentManualManualManualManual
Seating MaterialFabricFabricFabricFabric
Other Interior FeaturesAdds: NoneAdds: Meter Illumination Control, Key Warning Buzzer, Dual Center Lid with Fabric Cover, 60/40 Fold Rear Seat, Seat Back PocketAdds: Large Front Door Pocket (2 Pieces), Rear Adjustable Headrests, Digital Clock, Vanity MirrrorSmall Driver Side Front Pocket, Single Console Box
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power AmenitiesSteering , Windows, Door Locks, MirrorsSteering , Windows, Door Locks, MirrorsSteering , Windows, Door Locks, MirrorsSteering
Climate ControlManualManualManualManual
Audio SystemAM/FM/CassetteAM/FM/CassetteAM/FM/CassetteAM/FM/Cassette
Speakers4442
Steering Wheel ControlsNoneNoneNoneNone
AlarmYesYesNoneNone
Keyless EntryNoneNoneYesNone
NOTESTOM'S model is sold with an aftermarket turbo and not as a regular model.
RIVALSHonda Civic, Hyundai Elantra, Mazda 323 Familia, Mitsubishi Lancer, Nissan Sentra