2007 Honda Accord vs. 1976 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 598 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1976 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |