2005 Honda Accord vs. 1964 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (161 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 448 kg more than 1964 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Accord (220 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Corona. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1964 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1964 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 1964 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1388 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
