1993 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 454 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2010 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla. 2010 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Corolla | Accord |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1330 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2741 mm |
