2008 Honda Stream vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Stream (123 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Stream weights approximately 244 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Stream | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Stream | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
