1986 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2003 Toyota Previa is newer by 17 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1986 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Previa weights approximately 410 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, 2003 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Accord. 2003 Toyota Previa has automatic transmission and 1986 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1986 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Previa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Accord | 2003 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | Previa |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1953 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2900 mm |
