1989 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2008 Toyota iQ is newer by 19 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Toyota iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 471 kg more than 2008 Toyota iQ. 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, 1989 Honda Accord (159 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | iQ |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2000 mm |
