1981 Honda Accord vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1986 Toyota Camry is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Camry (119 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Camry weights approximately 360 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Toyota Camry (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Accord | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Camry |
Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |