1986 Honda Legend vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1986 Honda Legend is newer by 8 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Legend (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Legend weights approximately 375 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, 1986 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, 1986 Honda Legend (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Legend | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Legend | Corona |
Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |