1996 Toyota Cresta vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 183 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta 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 1996 Toyota Cresta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Honda Accord (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Cresta | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | Cresta | Accord |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1603 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4805 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1436 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2725 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |