1982 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris 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 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Yaris (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 110 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.
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, 1982 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Accord | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Yaris |
Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |