1995 Toyota Lexcen vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 495 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota Lexcen 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 1995 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord. 1981 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1995 Toyota Lexcen has manual transmission. 1995 Toyota Lexcen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Toyota Lexcen | 1981 Honda Accord | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | Lexcen | Accord |
Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2390 mm |