2006 Honda Accord vs. 1983 Toyota Corona
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 Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corona. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corona.
Because 1983 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 1983 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 (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corona. (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1983 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Corona |
Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |