1989 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2006 Toyota Previa is newer by 17 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Previa (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Previa weights approximately 380 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, 2006 Toyota Previa (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2006 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Previa |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |