2006 Honda Accord vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 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 (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Corona weights approximately 370 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Corona |
Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2253 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |