1981 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2000 Toyota Altezza is newer by 19 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Altezza. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 684 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord.
Because 2000 Toyota Altezza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Altezza 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, 2000 Toyota Altezza (610 Nm) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Accord | 2000 Toyota Altezza | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Altezza |
Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 610 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1614 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 87 L |