1993 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 19 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1993 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1993 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Accord. 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2012 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Accord | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3099 mm |