1978 Toyota Corona vs. 1999 Honda Integra
To start off, 1999 Honda Integra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Integra (143 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Integra weights approximately 79 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Integra, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Corona | 1999 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Corona | Integra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |
