2001 Honda Accord vs. 1985 Honda Accord
To start off, 2001 Honda Accord 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Honda Accord. (65 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Accord weights approximately 260 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 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (152 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord. 2001 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Accord | 1985 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Accord |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
