1982 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2006 Toyota Quantum is newer by 24 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Quantum (102 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1982 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Toyota Quantum is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Toyota Quantum. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Toyota Quantum (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Accord | 2006 Toyota Quantum | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Quantum |
Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3120 mm |