1985 Honda Accord vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1985 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Accord weights approximately 330 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1985 Honda Accord (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
