1988 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Camry (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1988 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Camry weights approximately 365 kg more than 1988 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, 2010 Toyota Camry (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Accord | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Camry |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2776 mm |