1987 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX is newer by 14 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 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RunX. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota RunX weights approximately 65 kg more than 1987 Honda Accord.
Because 2001 Toyota RunX 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, 2001 Toyota RunX 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, 1987 Honda Accord (167 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (138 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX. 2001 Toyota RunX 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. 2001 Toyota RunX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Accord | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | RunX |
Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84.7 mm |
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 | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |