2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 1981 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Accent is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 138 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corona.
Because 1981 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 1981 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, 2008 Hyundai Accent (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Accent | 1981 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Accent | Corona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
