2004 Honda Accord vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 615 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (88 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Accord | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 88 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |