1978 Toyota Corona vs. 2010 Honda Jazz

To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 32 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (84 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (77 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 63 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona.

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, 2010 Honda Jazz, 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, 1978 Toyota Corona (135 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Toyota Corona 2010 Honda Jazz
Make Toyota Honda
Model Corona Jazz
Year Released 1978 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 1245 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 84 HP 77 HP
Torque 135 Nm 110 Nm
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 70 mm 80 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 985 kg 1048 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 3840 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 42 L