2005 Honda Stream vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Honda Stream is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,671 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Stream weights approximately 662 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Stream | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Stream | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1671 cc | 1077 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2290 mm |