2002 Honda Z vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Honda Z is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Z weights approximately 105 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Z | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Z | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2340 mm |
