1990
Brakes
-booster cylinder increased from 8 to 9 inches for better performance (exc GT-S)
GT-S master cylinder size increase
front gts disc brakes increased from 238 > 255mm
-slightly larger cylinder diameter
Clutch
-portless system on master cylinder removed
-clutch size increased to deal with extra power
Engine
New 4A-FE engine transitioned from the All-Trac 4A-FE
-cast aluminum mount for weight savings
-minor computer changes
-redesigned intake manifold
-load measurement system to control engine idle
-automatic transmission lockout to prevent low-temperature damage
-oil cooler removed
HP:102HP @ 5800rpm (old:100HP @ 5600rpm)
TQ:101 ft-lbs @ 4800rpm (old:101 ft-lbs @ 4400rpm)
4A-GE engine has been extensively redesigned
-addition of knock sensor, compression ratio change, cylinder heads
-T-VIS discontinued
-New type of O2 sensor
HP:130HP @ 6800rpm (old:115HP @ 6600rpm)
TQ:105 ft-lbs @ 6000rpm (old:100 ft-lbs @ 4800rpm)
Suspension
-spring rate changes for better straight line stability and steering
1991
-All-Trac model discontinued
-taillights restyled
-front turn signals changed from yellow to white
-cold start injector function added to ECU
-DRL's improved (Canada only)
4A-GE exhaust manifold changed to cast iron
1992
- 2 door coupe has been discontinued
- double cone syncromesh added to reverse gear on MT
- DRL system now runs at 80-85% full power
1993
Brakes
Changed to use a slide pin type cylinder
ABS availible as an option
Clutch
New damper in the 7A-FE models from the MR2
Engine
4a-fe
-valve diameter increased
-2 intake resonators reduced to 1
-idle speed adjustment removed
-now 4 engine mounts instead of 5
-new fuel injection system and knock control system
-electronic cruise control added
7a-fe
-engine cooled through intake side first.
-header changed for new 'in header' catalytic converter
-metallic cylinder head gasket
-longer piston stroke
new A245E 4 speed automatic transmission
Exterior
Automatic Light Turn-off system
complete redesign availible in a sedan or wagon
Interior
SRS airbag standard
stronger AC system
'Cableless' electronic instrument cluster
sound absorbing materials added
improved tilt wheel feature from the 92 camry
Suspension
rear end bushing now integrated with bracket
1994
front passenger side airbag added (optional)
Models conform to OBD-I requirements
A/C system now uses R134a refrigerant
DRL system only runs the high beams
1995
sequential multi-port fuel injection
HP drop from 115HP to 105HP (7afe)
TQ increase from 115 to 117 lb-ft
addition of EGR system
Two-way catalytic converter discontinued
1996
7a-fe Corolla LE discontinued in the USA
canada grade changes from DX to Std and LE to DX
front grill restyled
child restraint system standard
both engine compliant with OBD-II
rear combination lamps restyled
4a-fe loss of 5HP but gain of 5 ft-lbs torque
1997
5-door wagon discontinued
Interior trim changed
frame improvements for improved crash safety
CE model availible
1998
brakes
ABS actuator is integrated with master cylinder
Exterior
Drag Coefficient of 0.313 (thx SaberJ2X)
Multi-Reflector headlamps
DRL on all models
Automatic light control system
complete redesign with more strength and aerodynamic improvements
Engine
Defroster linked A/C system added
1ZZ-FE engine introduced - aluminum block
improved HP and torque 120HP / 122 ft-lbs torque
new C59 transaxle
A245E transmission torque converter changed to improve fuel economy
power steering pump seperated from resivoir
Interior
SRS side airbags availible
Key reminder system
steering energy absorbing system in case of crash
Suspension
Front stabilizer bar redesigned
springs/shocks tuned for more comfort and stability
1999
Evaporative emissions inspection port added
front stabilizer bar standard
am/fm stereo with 4 speakers standard
2000
VVT-i system added to the 1ZZ-FE engine
Iridium spark plugs for 120,000 miles maintenance-free operation
emergency fuel cutoff
canadian corolla VE 3-speed discontinued
HP:125HP @ 5800rpm
TQ: 125 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Direct ignition system
12-hole fuel injectors
2001
Front design restyled
rear lamps restyled
inside mirror with lights on S, LE
large box, cup holders, power socket standard on LE, offered on S
Sporty steering wheel and gauges for S grade
black interior for S grade
synthetic leather shift boot for S grade
rear defogger switch relocated
internal trunk release
air inlet select changed to button from lever
3-spoke steering wheel on S model
2002
-No changes
2003
Exterior
Complete restyle
underbody aerodynamic improvements
front & rear bumpers made out of recyclable plastics
Coefficient of drag: 0.30
Engine
Improved camshaft design delivers more HP with slightly less midrange torque
plastic intake runners
32-bit ECU system
exhaust, header changes
A245e gear ratios and fluid changed
C59 MT Differential gear changed
clutch & brake master cylinders combined
cooling fan ECU controlled
planetary gearbox starter for reduced size
re-tuned VVT-i system
Interior
A/C computer integrated with main engine ECU
HVAC control changes
Vertical seat adjustment
auto-dimming mirror availible
silhouette instrument cluster
combined rheostat light switch, dimmer control
Suspension
EBD added to ABS system
small brake disc size increase
torsion beam rear suspension replaces independant suspension for increased riding comfort
speed adjusting power steering (high speed less responsive)
2004
maplight auto-shutoff after 20 minutes
C59 MT synchro rings changed providing wider gates
all OBD-II codes comply with SAE code standards
2005
CAN computer interface
ZZE131 Corolla XRS , 2ZZ-GE, C60 added
Corolla LE 5 Speed discontinued in canada
more agressive front / rear valances,grill, lenses
Emissions change from ULEV to LEVII-ULEV
charcoal filters added
plastic fuel tank
ECTS-i introduced
engine immobilizer
Tire pressure warning system
non-adjustable windshield washer nozzles
A/C changes for LEVII and CARB compliance
2006
EVAP service port removed
fuel tank cap design change
interior light switch removed from gauge brightness adjustment rheostat
Brakes
-booster cylinder increased from 8 to 9 inches for better performance (exc GT-S)
GT-S master cylinder size increase
front gts disc brakes increased from 238 > 255mm
-slightly larger cylinder diameter
Clutch
-portless system on master cylinder removed
-clutch size increased to deal with extra power
Engine
New 4A-FE engine transitioned from the All-Trac 4A-FE
-cast aluminum mount for weight savings
-minor computer changes
-redesigned intake manifold
-load measurement system to control engine idle
-automatic transmission lockout to prevent low-temperature damage
-oil cooler removed
HP:102HP @ 5800rpm (old:100HP @ 5600rpm)
TQ:101 ft-lbs @ 4800rpm (old:101 ft-lbs @ 4400rpm)
4A-GE engine has been extensively redesigned
-addition of knock sensor, compression ratio change, cylinder heads
-T-VIS discontinued
-New type of O2 sensor
HP:130HP @ 6800rpm (old:115HP @ 6600rpm)
TQ:105 ft-lbs @ 6000rpm (old:100 ft-lbs @ 4800rpm)
Suspension
-spring rate changes for better straight line stability and steering
1991
-All-Trac model discontinued
-taillights restyled
-front turn signals changed from yellow to white
-cold start injector function added to ECU
-DRL's improved (Canada only)
4A-GE exhaust manifold changed to cast iron
1992
- 2 door coupe has been discontinued
- double cone syncromesh added to reverse gear on MT
- DRL system now runs at 80-85% full power
1993
Brakes
Changed to use a slide pin type cylinder
ABS availible as an option
Clutch
New damper in the 7A-FE models from the MR2
Engine
4a-fe
-valve diameter increased
-2 intake resonators reduced to 1
-idle speed adjustment removed
-now 4 engine mounts instead of 5
-new fuel injection system and knock control system
-electronic cruise control added
7a-fe
-engine cooled through intake side first.
-header changed for new 'in header' catalytic converter
-metallic cylinder head gasket
-longer piston stroke
new A245E 4 speed automatic transmission
Exterior
Automatic Light Turn-off system
complete redesign availible in a sedan or wagon
Interior
SRS airbag standard
stronger AC system
'Cableless' electronic instrument cluster
sound absorbing materials added
improved tilt wheel feature from the 92 camry
Suspension
rear end bushing now integrated with bracket
1994
front passenger side airbag added (optional)
Models conform to OBD-I requirements
A/C system now uses R134a refrigerant
DRL system only runs the high beams
1995
sequential multi-port fuel injection
HP drop from 115HP to 105HP (7afe)
TQ increase from 115 to 117 lb-ft
addition of EGR system
Two-way catalytic converter discontinued
1996
7a-fe Corolla LE discontinued in the USA
canada grade changes from DX to Std and LE to DX
front grill restyled
child restraint system standard
both engine compliant with OBD-II
rear combination lamps restyled
4a-fe loss of 5HP but gain of 5 ft-lbs torque
1997
5-door wagon discontinued
Interior trim changed
frame improvements for improved crash safety
CE model availible
1998
brakes
ABS actuator is integrated with master cylinder
Exterior
Drag Coefficient of 0.313 (thx SaberJ2X)
Multi-Reflector headlamps
DRL on all models
Automatic light control system
complete redesign with more strength and aerodynamic improvements
Engine
Defroster linked A/C system added
1ZZ-FE engine introduced - aluminum block
improved HP and torque 120HP / 122 ft-lbs torque
new C59 transaxle
A245E transmission torque converter changed to improve fuel economy
power steering pump seperated from resivoir
Interior
SRS side airbags availible
Key reminder system
steering energy absorbing system in case of crash
Suspension
Front stabilizer bar redesigned
springs/shocks tuned for more comfort and stability
1999
Evaporative emissions inspection port added
front stabilizer bar standard
am/fm stereo with 4 speakers standard
2000
VVT-i system added to the 1ZZ-FE engine
Iridium spark plugs for 120,000 miles maintenance-free operation
emergency fuel cutoff
canadian corolla VE 3-speed discontinued
HP:125HP @ 5800rpm
TQ: 125 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Direct ignition system
12-hole fuel injectors
2001
Front design restyled
rear lamps restyled
inside mirror with lights on S, LE
large box, cup holders, power socket standard on LE, offered on S
Sporty steering wheel and gauges for S grade
black interior for S grade
synthetic leather shift boot for S grade
rear defogger switch relocated
internal trunk release
air inlet select changed to button from lever
3-spoke steering wheel on S model
2002
-No changes
2003
Exterior
Complete restyle
underbody aerodynamic improvements
front & rear bumpers made out of recyclable plastics
Coefficient of drag: 0.30
Engine
Improved camshaft design delivers more HP with slightly less midrange torque
plastic intake runners
32-bit ECU system
exhaust, header changes
A245e gear ratios and fluid changed
C59 MT Differential gear changed
clutch & brake master cylinders combined
cooling fan ECU controlled
planetary gearbox starter for reduced size
re-tuned VVT-i system
Interior
A/C computer integrated with main engine ECU
HVAC control changes
Vertical seat adjustment
auto-dimming mirror availible
silhouette instrument cluster
combined rheostat light switch, dimmer control
Suspension
EBD added to ABS system
small brake disc size increase
torsion beam rear suspension replaces independant suspension for increased riding comfort
speed adjusting power steering (high speed less responsive)
2004
maplight auto-shutoff after 20 minutes
C59 MT synchro rings changed providing wider gates
all OBD-II codes comply with SAE code standards
2005
CAN computer interface
ZZE131 Corolla XRS , 2ZZ-GE, C60 added
Corolla LE 5 Speed discontinued in canada
more agressive front / rear valances,grill, lenses
Emissions change from ULEV to LEVII-ULEV
charcoal filters added
plastic fuel tank
ECTS-i introduced
engine immobilizer
Tire pressure warning system
non-adjustable windshield washer nozzles
A/C changes for LEVII and CARB compliance
2006
EVAP service port removed
fuel tank cap design change
interior light switch removed from gauge brightness adjustment rheostat
