1980 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2002 Toyota Allion is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Allion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Allion (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1980 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Allion weights approximately 350 kg more than 1980 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Allion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Allion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Toyota Allion (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Allion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Accord. 2002 Toyota Allion has automatic transmission and 1980 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1980 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Accord | 2002 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | Allion |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1601 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
