2004 Honda Accord vs. 1986 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 765 kg more than 1986 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, 2004 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Accord | 1986 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |