1985 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 20 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 882 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (166 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
