1998 Honda Accord vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,849 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 345 kg more than 1985 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, 1998 Honda Accord (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Corolla |
Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1849 cc | 1293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |