2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 430 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Corolla | 1998 Honda Today | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | Corolla | Today |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 710 kg |