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.

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OWNERSHIP DETAILS	TOMS Limited Edition	1.6 GLI	1.3 XE	1.3 XL
Years Available	1998-1999	December 1997-1999	December 1997-1999	December 1997-1999
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	4A-FE 1.6 DOHC 16V I4 Supercharged	4A-FE 1.6 DOHC 16V I4	2E 1.3 SOHC 12V I4	2E 1.3 SOHC 12V I4
Horsepower	150hp	110hp @ 6,000rpm	72hp @ 6,200rpm	72hp @ 6,200rpm
Torque	N/A	145Nm @ 4,800rpm	101Nm @ 4,200rpm	101Nm @ 4,200rpm
Fuel Type	Gasoline/93 Octane	Gasoline/93 Octane	Gasoline/93 Octane	Gasoline/93 Octane
Fuel System	Electronic Fuel Injection	Electronic Fuel Injection	Carburetor	Carburetor
Transmission	5-Speed Manual	5-Speed Manual, 4-Speed Automatic	5-Speed Manual	5-Speed Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity	50 Liters	50 Liters	50 Liters	50 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,395mm	4,395mm	4,395mm	4,315mm
Width	1,690mm	1,690mm	1,690mm	1,690mm
Height	1,385mm	1,385mm	1,385mm	1,385mm
Wheelbase	2,465mm	2,465mm	2,465mm	2,465mm
Curb Weight	N/A	1,060kg	970kg	960kg
Body Style	4-Door Sedan	4-Door Sedan	4-Door Sedan	4-Door Sedan
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating	5	5	5	5
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	Independent McPherson Strut with Stabilizer Bar	Independent McPherson Strut with Stabilizer Bar	Independent McPherson Strut with Stabilizer Bar	Independent McPherson Strut with Stabilizer Bar
Rear Suspension	Independent McPherson Strut with Stabilizer Bar	Independent McPherson Strut with Stabilizer Bar	Independent McPherson Strut with Stabilizer Bar	Independent McPherson Strut with Stabilizer Bar
Front Brakes	Ventilated Disc	Ventilated Disc	Ventilated Disc	Ventilated Disc
Rear Brakes	Drum	Drum	Drum	Drum
Tires	185/65 R14	185/65 R14	185/65 R14	165/65 SR13
Wheels	14 Inch Alloy	14 Inch Alloy	14 Inch Alloy	13 Inch Steel
SAFETY
Airbags	2	2	1	0
Anti-Lock Brakes	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution	None	None
Traction/Stability Control	None	None	None	None
Other Safety Features	Adds: None	Adds: None	High Mount Stop Lamp	None
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	None	None	None	None
Other Exterior Features	Adds: Only available in White or Black	Adds: Body Color Door Handles, Side Mirrors, and Side Protective Mouldings, Side Skirt, Catalytic Converter	Adds: Chrome Grille, Black Side Protective Mouldings, Mudguards, Window Sash Blackout, Rear Defogger	Black Radiator Grille, Door Handles and Side Mirrors
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt	Tilt	Tilt	Fixed
Steering Wheel Material	Leather	Urethane	Urethane	Polypropylene
Seating Adjustment	Manual	Manual	Manual	Manual
Seating Material	Fabric	Fabric	Fabric	Fabric
Other Interior Features	Adds: None	Adds: Meter Illumination Control, Key Warning Buzzer, Dual Center Lid with Fabric Cover, 60/40 Fold Rear Seat, Seat Back Pocket	Adds: Large Front Door Pocket (2 Pieces), Rear Adjustable Headrests, Digital Clock, Vanity Mirrror	Small Driver Side Front Pocket, Single Console Box
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering , Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors	Steering , Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors	Steering , Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors	Steering
Climate Control	Manual	Manual	Manual	Manual
Audio System	AM/FM/Cassette	AM/FM/Cassette	AM/FM/Cassette	AM/FM/Cassette
Speakers	4	4	4	2
Steering Wheel Controls	None	None	None	None
Alarm	Yes	Yes	None	None
Keyless Entry	None	None	None	None
NOTES	TOM'S model is sold with an aftermarket turbo and not as a regular model.
RIVALS	Honda Civic, Hyundai Elantra, Mazda 323 Familia, Mitsubishi Lancer, Nissan Sentra