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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Stream (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 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 620 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 (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 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 1998 cc 1166 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 160 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 192 Nm 94 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.1 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 66 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1440 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 4010 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1600 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 75 L