1994 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 14 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1994 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 132 kg more than 1994 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Camry (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Accord. (173 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Honda Accord 2008 Toyota Camry
Make Honda Toyota
Model Accord Camry
Year Released 1994 2008
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 3311 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 173 Nm 298 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1220 kg 1352 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1440 mm


 

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