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 267 more horse power than 1993 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 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 1530 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 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Accord. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Accord | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1956 mm |