1994 Honda Accord vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1994 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Accord weights approximately 98 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Honda Accord (173 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Accord | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Celica |
Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |