1998 Honda Prelude vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1998 Honda Prelude is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corona. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Prelude weights approximately 335 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Prelude, 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, 1998 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Prelude | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Prelude | Corona |
Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2440 mm |