1985 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 589 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Accord |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1531 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2775 mm |
