2006 Honda Accord vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Toyota Corolla. 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 (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |