1985 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Accord weights approximately 35 kg more than 1993 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 (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Accord | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Corolla |
Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |