1985 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 23 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1345 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 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Accord | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |