1994 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1994 Honda Accord. (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Accord weights approximately 220 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Because 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 2001 Toyota Altezza. 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (264 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Accord. (198 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Accord | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Altezza |
Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 264 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1185 kg |