1970 Honda Z vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 569 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda Z | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Z | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |
