2004 Honda Z vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Honda Z is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,857 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corona (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Corona weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 1970 Toyota Corona (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Z | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Z | Corona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1857 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 51 L |
