1989 Honda Accord vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona 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 36 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 198 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Corona 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 1975 Toyota Corona. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Corona |
Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1198 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |