2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1970 Toyota Corona

To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corona. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 1138 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1970 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 1970 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Honda Jazz 1970 Toyota Corona
Make Honda Toyota
Model Jazz Corona
Year Released 2009 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1339 cc 1490 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 99 HP 76 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 127 Nm 108 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 2043 kg 905 kg
Vehicle Length 3910 mm 4180 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2440 mm


 

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