1980 Toyota Corona vs. 2011 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Accent is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Accent (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 31 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Hyundai Accent (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona. 2011 Hyundai Accent has automatic transmission and 1980 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1980 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corona | 2011 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Corona | Accent |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4369 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1699 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |
