1985 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Honda Crosstour
To start off, 2013 Honda Crosstour is newer by 28 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Crosstour (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Crosstour weights approximately 717 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 2013 Honda Crosstour is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour 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, 2013 Honda Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord. 2013 Honda Crosstour 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. 2013 Honda Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 2013 Honda Crosstour | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Crosstour |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1898 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2797 mm |
