1985 Honda Accord vs. 1988 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1988 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 202 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota Lexcen 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 1988 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1988 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Accord | 1988 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Lexcen |
Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |