1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 37 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 738 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, 2012 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, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Toyota Corona | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | Corona | Pilot |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2253 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2774 mm |