2009 Honda Accord vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 483 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Accord (193 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1070 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |