2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 205 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Because 1978 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 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz, 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, 1978 Toyota Corona (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Jazz | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Jazz | Corona |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 96 HP |
Torque | 119 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |