1989 Honda Accord vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 276 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
