1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2004 Honda Legend
To start off, 2004 Honda Legend is newer by 29 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Legend weights approximately 520 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, 2004 Honda Legend, 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 Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Toyota Corona | 2004 Honda Legend | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | Corona | Legend |
Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2910 mm |