1977 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 16 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 1,707 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 150 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Accord | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Corolla |
Year Released | 1977 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2440 mm |