Toyota Corolla (E70)

Toyota Corolla (E70)
1979–1980 Corolla E70 Sedan
Overview
ManufacturerToyota
Model codeE70
Also called
ProductionMarch 1979–June 1987
Assembly
DesignerFumio Agetsuma (1975)
Body and chassis
Body style
LayoutFR layout
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,400 mm (94.5 in)
Length4,050–4,240 mm (159.4–166.9 in)
Width1,610–1,625 mm (63.4–64.0 in)
Height1,325–1,390 mm (52.2–54.7 in)
Curb weight790–975 kg (1,742–2,150 lb)
Chronology
PredecessorCorolla E30
Successor

The Corolla E70 was the fourth generation of cars sold by Toyota under the Corolla nameplate.

The fourth-generation model was released in March 1979 in Japan,[3] and was the last generation to have the entire lineup in rear-wheel-drive configuration. Export sales commenced in August 1979.[4] Although most of the fourth generation was replaced by 1984, the station wagon and van versions were offered into late 1987. In 1980 Corolla daily production reached an all-time high, averaging 2,346 units. The one-millionth Corolla was a 70-series, built in February 1983. A limited "One Million Edition" was released in Japan at this time.[5]

  1. ^ Boyce, David, ed. (1981), What car is that? : in Australia & New Zealand, Adelaide, Australia: Rigby, p. 168, ISBN 0727014803
  2. ^ Australian market sales brochure for Toyota Corolla (KE70) sedan, station wagon and panel van, circa 1981
  3. ^ "75 Years of TOYOTA | Corolla 4th". Japan: Toyota. 2012. Retrieved 4 January 2020.
  4. ^ Toyota Vehicle Identification Manual. Japan: Toyota Motor Corporation – Overseas Parts Department. 1984. Catalog No.97913-84.
  5. ^ Car Graphic: '80s Car Archives, p. 16