1984 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1984 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Camry weights approximately 546 kg more than 1984 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, 2004 Toyota Camry (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Accord. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Accord | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Camry |
Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |