1982 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1982 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 995 kg more than 1982 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna 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, 2005 Toyota Sienna (328 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Accord. (126 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Accord | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3040 mm |
