1989 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 21 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 631 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, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour 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. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
