1989 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2005 Honda Accord

To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (138 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 742 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord.

Because 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (322 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Toyota Land Cruiser 2005 Honda Accord
Make Toyota Honda
Model Land Cruiser Accord
Year Released 1989 2005
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3980 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 322 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2140 kg 1398 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2680 mm


 

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