2008 Honda Accord vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 499 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2340 mm |