1994 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Accord (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 17 kg more than 1994 Honda Accord.

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, 1994 Honda Accord (198 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm). This means 1994 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Honda Accord 2008 Toyota Corolla
Make Honda Toyota
Model Accord Corolla
Year Released 1994 2008
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2156 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 149 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 198 Nm 150 Nm
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95 mm 81.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1405 kg 1422 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1630 mm


 

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