2002 Honda Inspire vs. 1969 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 2002 Honda Inspire is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Inspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Inspire (252 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Inspire should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Sport 800.
Because 1969 Toyota Sport 800 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 1969 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Inspire, 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, 2002 Honda Inspire (401 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Inspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Inspire | 1969 Toyota Sport 800 | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Inspire | Sport 800 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 75 L |
