2002 Honda Accord vs. 1977 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 540 kg more than 1977 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Corolla 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 1977 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 1977 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Corolla |
Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2380 mm |