2002 Honda Inspire vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Honda Inspire is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla 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 190 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Inspire should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1975 Toyota Corolla 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 1975 Toyota Corolla. 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 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Inspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Inspire | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Inspire | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 46 L |
