1987 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (189 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1987 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 170 kg more than 1987 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Accord. (167 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Accord | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Corolla |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |