2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,707 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corona. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 80 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Accent | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Accent | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
