1987 Toyota Carina vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 498 kg more than 1987 Toyota Carina. 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, 2009 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Carina. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Toyota Carina | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | Carina | Accord |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |