1989 Honda Accord vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 261 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Corolla |
Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |