2007 Hyundai Accent vs. 1976 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Accent is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Accent (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 318 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Accent, 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 Hyundai Accent (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Accent | 1976 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Accent | Corona |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |