2005 Honda Jazz vs. 1979 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 26 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, 2005 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corona.
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, 2005 Honda Jazz, 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, 2005 Honda Jazz (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corona. 1979 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Jazz | 1979 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Jazz | Corona |
Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |