1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2000 Honda Capa
To start off, 2000 Honda Capa is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Capa (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Capa should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Capa weights approximately 80 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Capa, 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, 2000 Honda Capa (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Capa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona. 2000 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 1975 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1975 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corona | 2000 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Corona | Capa |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
