2003 Honda Inspire vs. 1969 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Honda Inspire is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Inspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Inspire (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Inspire should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Inspire weights approximately 830 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Honda Inspire (288 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Inspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Inspire | 1969 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Inspire | Corolla |
Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |