1989 Honda Accord vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 412 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Corolla |
Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1198 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 46 L |