1983 Toyota Camry vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 532 kg more than 1983 Toyota Camry. 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, 2010 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Toyota Camry | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | Camry | Accord |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1612 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4935 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2799 mm |