1998 Honda Life vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corona (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Corona weights approximately 420 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Toyota Corona (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Life | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Life | Corona |
Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2253 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |