2009 Honda Accord vs. 1994 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Corolla 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 (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 953 kg more than 1994 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1994 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |