2005 Honda Z vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Honda Z is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1975 Toyota Corolla (112 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z. 1975 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Z has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Z | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Z | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| 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 | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 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 | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
