1989 Honda Accord vs. 1983 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Crown (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Crown weights approximately 201 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 1983 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 1983 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, 1983 Toyota Crown (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord. 1983 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1983 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Crown |
Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |