1982 Toyota Corolla vs. 2006 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Honda Legend is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Legend weights approximately 785 kg more than 1982 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Corolla 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 1982 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corolla. 2006 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1982 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1982 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Corolla | 2006 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Corolla | Legend |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |
