1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,298 cc, 1973 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 107 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300.
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, 1973 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda 1300 | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | 1300 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1973 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1295 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |