1991 Honda Accord vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1991 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 110 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord.
Because 1983 Toyota Celica 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 1983 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Honda Accord (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica. 1991 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1983 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1983 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Accord | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Celica |
Year Released | 1991 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |