2009 Honda Accord vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 641 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Corsa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1450 cc |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |