1999 Honda Accord vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1999 Honda Accord is newer by 24 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corona weights approximately 160 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord.
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, 1999 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, 1999 Honda Accord (265 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona. 1999 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1975 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1975 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Accord | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Corona |
Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 135 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |