1985 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Lexus IS
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS is newer by 24 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus IS (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus IS weights approximately 610 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 2009 Lexus IS 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 2009 Lexus IS. 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, 2009 Lexus IS (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Accord | 2009 Lexus IS | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Accord | IS |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |