1989 Honda Accord vs. 1987 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Model F 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 (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Model F weights approximately 166 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
Because 1987 Toyota Model F 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 1987 Toyota Model F. 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, 1989 Honda Accord (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1987 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Model F |
Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1811 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2240 mm |