1985 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2003 Toyota Tundra is newer by 18 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 570 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 2003 Toyota Tundra 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, 2003 Toyota Tundra 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, 2003 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Accord | 2003 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Tundra |
Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3270 mm |