1989 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1114 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 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Cruiser (434 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (159 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 2445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
