1992 Honda Legend vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1992 Honda Legend is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corona. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Legend weights approximately 580 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Legend | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Legend | Corona |
Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1705 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |