1989 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 20 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 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 57 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2009 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord. 2009 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1131 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
