1974 Toyota Corolla vs. 2004 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2004 Honda Pilot is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (83 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Pilot weights approximately 244 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Toyota Corolla 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 1974 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Pilot, 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, 2004 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla. 2004 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1974 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1974 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Corolla | 2004 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Corolla | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
