2006 Honda Accord vs. 1982 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corolla 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 170 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 190 kg more than 1982 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 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 (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1982 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |