1977 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 29 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (189 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 395 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
