2005 Honda Stream vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Honda Stream is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,252 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Stream (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Stream weights approximately 230 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Toyota Corona. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Stream | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Stream | Corona |
Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2252 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |