2003 Honda Inspire vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Honda Inspire is newer by 28 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Inspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Inspire (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Inspire should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Inspire weights approximately 650 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Inspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Inspire | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Inspire | Corolla |
Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |