2006 Honda Accord vs. 1994 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 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 61 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 900 kg more than 1994 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Corolla. 1994 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1994 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
