2007 Honda Accord vs. 1983 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 24 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, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corona. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corona weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
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, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corona. (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1983 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Corona |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |