1989 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 856 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.
Because 2010 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord. 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 2010 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 91 L |
