1981 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 370 kg more than 1981 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Accord | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Corolla |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |