1998 Honda Accord vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 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 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (83 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 32 kg more than 1987 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 (186 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (164 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | Camry |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
