1998 Honda Accord vs. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser (153 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 598 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (186 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |