1989 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Hilux (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 1 kg more than 2010 Toyota Hilux.
Because 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 2010 Toyota Hilux. 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, 2010 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (159 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Hilux |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3090 mm |