1985 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 24 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, both vehicles can yield 122 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 534 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord.
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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (157 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla. 2009 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1985 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1985 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
