1979 Honda Accord vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1985 Toyota Celica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Celica (120 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Celica weights approximately 170 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Toyota Celica 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 1985 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1985 Toyota Celica (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Celica |
Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |