1986 Honda Accord vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1994 Toyota Carina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1986 Honda Accord. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Carina weights approximately 165 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.
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, 1994 Toyota Carina (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Accord. (156 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Accord | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Carina |
Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1954 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |