2000 Honda FCX vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Honda FCX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda FCX (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda FCX should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 250 kg more than 2000 Honda FCX.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Honda FCX (273 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm). This means 2000 Honda FCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda FCX | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | FCX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1090 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
