1971 Honda Z vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1971 Honda Z is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,707 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corona (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1971 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Corona weights approximately 460 kg more than 1971 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda Z, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Toyota Corona (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Honda Z | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Z | Corona |
Year Released | 1971 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 355 cc | 1707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2740 mm |