1972 Honda 1300 vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 125 kg more than 1972 Honda 1300. 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, 1987 Toyota Corolla (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda 1300 | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | 1300 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1587 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |