1998 Honda Accord vs. 1982 Toyota Model F
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 Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Model F 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 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Model F weights approximately 30 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord.
Because 1982 Toyota Model F 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 1982 Toyota Model F. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Honda Accord (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 1982 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | Model F |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1811 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2240 mm |
