1987 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1987 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 247 kg more than 1987 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Accord. (167 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Accord. 1998 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 1987 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1987 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Accord | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Caldina |
Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |