1989 Honda Accord vs. 1994 McLaren F1
To start off, 1994 McLaren F1 is newer by 5 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 6,062 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 McLaren F1 (627 HP) has 507 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 78 kg more than 1994 McLaren F1.
Because 1994 McLaren F1 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 1994 McLaren F1. 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, 1994 McLaren F1 (881 Nm) has 715 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (166 Nm). This means 1994 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 1994 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Honda | McLaren |
| Model | Accord | F1 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 6062 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 627 HP |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1198 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
