1987 Honda Legend vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1987 Honda Legend is newer by 12 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Legend (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Legend weights approximately 120 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, 1987 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, 1987 Honda Legend (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Legend | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Legend | Corona |
Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2253 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |