1994 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 18 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1994 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 110 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.
Because 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 2012 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Accord. (173 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Accord | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |