2010 Hyundai Accent vs. 1983 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corona (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
Because 1983 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 1983 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1983 Toyota Corona (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Accent. 1983 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai Accent will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Hyundai Accent | 1983 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Accent | Corona |
Year Released | 2010 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4046 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 2510 mm |