1993 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avalon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avalon (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1993 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Accord weights approximately 200 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
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, 2008 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Accord. 2008 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Accord | 2008 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Avalon |
Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |