1998 Honda Accord vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 215 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry. 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, 1998 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Camry |
Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |