2008 Honda Accord vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 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 119 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 492 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 862 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |