1986 Honda Accord vs. 1968 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1986 Honda Accord is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota 2000GT (150 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1986 Honda Accord. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 50 kg more than 1986 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota 2000GT 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 1968 Toyota 2000GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1968 Toyota 2000GT (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Accord. (156 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Accord | 1968 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | 2000GT |
Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1954 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |