2006 Honda Accord vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla 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 98 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Corolla. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 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 1983 Toyota Corolla. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1983 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1983 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |