1976 Toyota Corona vs. 2012 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Accent is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Accent (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Corona weights approximately 48 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Accent.
Because 1976 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 1976 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Accent, 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, 2012 Hyundai Accent (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Toyota Corona | 2012 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
Model | Corona | Accent |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1102 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4115 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1699 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2570 mm |