1989 Honda Accord vs. 1990 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1990 Toyota Supra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Supra weights approximately 426 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 1990 Toyota Supra 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 1990 Toyota Supra. 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, 1990 Toyota Supra (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1990 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Supra |
Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1131 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |