2006 Honda Accord vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Because 1971 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 1971 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Corona |
Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |