1977 Honda Accord vs. 1983 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corona is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corona (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corona weights approximately 245 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1983 Toyota Corona (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Accord | 1983 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Corona |
Year Released | 1977 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |