1985 Honda Accord vs. 1999 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1999 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 14 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 7,728 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 668 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Accord weights approximately 150 kg more than 1999 TVR Speed 12.
Because 1999 TVR Speed 12 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 1999 TVR Speed 12. 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, 1999 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 716 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 1999 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Honda | TVR |
| Model | Accord | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 7728 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
