1989 Honda Accord vs. 1966 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1966 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Toyota Crown weights approximately 177 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
Because 1966 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1966 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 1966 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | Crown |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1198 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
