2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 1979 Toyota Corona

To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Mobilio (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 200 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1979 Toyota Corona 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 1979 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Mobilio, 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 Mobilio (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Honda Mobilio 1979 Toyota Corona
Make Honda Toyota
Model Mobilio Corona
Year Released 2003 1979
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1496 cc 1588 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 89 HP 68 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 131 Nm 117 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 1050 kg
Vehicle Length 4060 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2530 mm


 

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