1985 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 19 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 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 280 kg more than 1985 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Accord | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Corolla |
Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1785 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |