2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Accent is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corona weights approximately 92 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Because 1975 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 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1975 Toyota Corona (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Accent | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Accent | Corona |
Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |