1997 Honda CRX vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1997 Honda CRX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Corona weights approximately 6 kg more than 1997 Honda CRX.
Because 1980 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 1980 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Honda CRX (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda CRX | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | CRX | Corona |
Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |