1989 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2004 Toyota Ipsum is newer by 15 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Ipsum (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 674 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Toyota Ipsum (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Ipsum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 2004 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
