2003 Honda Pilot vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Honda Pilot is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Pilot (240 HP) has 166 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Pilot weights approximately 244 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Pilot, 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 Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Pilot | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Pilot | Corolla |
Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 328 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |