1989 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2006 Toyota RunX 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 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RunX (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RunX weights approximately 119 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 RunX (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RunX 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 RunX | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | RunX |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1131 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |