1992 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Scion tC
To start off, 2005 Scion tC is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,361 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Scion tC (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1992 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Accord weights approximately 92 kg more than 2005 Scion tC.
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, 2005 Scion tC (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Accord. (199 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Accord | 2005 Scion tC | |
| Make | Honda | Scion |
| Model | Accord | tC |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
