1999 Honda Z vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 25 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corona (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Corona weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z 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, 1999 Honda Z 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 (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z. 1974 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Z has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Z | Corona |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
