1991 Honda CRX vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1991 Honda CRX is newer by 13 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, 1991 Honda CRX (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda CRX weights approximately 5 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, 1991 Honda CRX, 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda CRX. (121 Nm). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda CRX | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | CRX | Corona |
Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 135 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |