1972 Honda Life vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 485 kg more than 1972 Honda Life. 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (112 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Life | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Life | Corolla |
Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2470 mm |