2003 Honda Stream vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2003 Honda Stream is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Stream (127 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Stream weights approximately 310 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Stream, 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 Stream (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona. 1978 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda Stream has manual transmission. 2003 Honda Stream will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Stream | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Stream | Corona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
