1989 Honda Accord vs. 1972 Toyota Century
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Century weights approximately 369 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Toyota Century 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 1972 Toyota Century. 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, 1972 Toyota Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (159 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1972 Toyota Century | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Century |
Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2870 mm |