1974 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 699 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord, 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, 2011 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla. 2011 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1974 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1974 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | Corolla | Accord |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1407 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4935 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2799 mm |