1985 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 830 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 2005 Toyota Sienna 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, 2005 Toyota Sienna 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, 2005 Toyota Sienna (328 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord. 2005 Toyota Sienna 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. 2005 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3040 mm |
