1981 Honda Accord vs. 1949 Toyota SA
To start off, 1981 Honda Accord is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Toyota SA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Toyota SA would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1949 Toyota SA. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1949 Toyota SA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Toyota SA weights approximately 280 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Accord | 1949 Toyota SA | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | SA |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
