2006 Honda Accord vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
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 Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Corona weights approximately 135 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 1972 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 1972 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 (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Corona |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2253 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |