2004 Honda Z vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Honda Z is newer by 26 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (68 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 90 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 1978 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, 1978 Toyota Corona (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 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 | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Z | Corona |
Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 62 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |