2002 Honda Vamos vs. 1986 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Vamos weights approximately 80 kg more than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2002 Honda Vamos 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 2002 Honda Vamos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Corolla, 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 Vamos (149 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Vamos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Vamos | 1986 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Vamos | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
