2006 Honda Accord vs. 1974 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Toledo 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 109 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Triumph Toledo weights approximately 48 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 Triumph Toledo. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1974 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Accord | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
