2001 Honda Z vs. 1995 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Honda Z is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 132 kg more than 2001 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1995 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z. 1995 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Z has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Z | 1995 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Z | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
