1985 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Honda Today

To start off, 1995 Honda Today is newer by 10 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 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Accord weights approximately 440 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Honda Accord (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today. 1995 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1985 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1985 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Honda Accord 1995 Honda Today
Make Honda Honda
Model Accord Today
Year Released 1985 1995
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1958 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 122 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 165 Nm 57 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1150 kg 710 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1400 mm


 

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