1985 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 224 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord. 2009 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. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Accord | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Sienna |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 3454 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3040 mm |