2001 Daewoo Tacuma vs. 1985 Honda Accord
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (119 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma weights approximately 279 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord.
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, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Daewoo Tacuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma has automatic transmission and 1985 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1985 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Tacuma | 1985 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Daewoo | Honda |
| Model | Tacuma | Accord |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
