2002 Honda Accord vs. 1988 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 150 kg more than 1988 Toyota Lexcen.
Because 1988 Toyota Lexcen 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 1988 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1988 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1988 Toyota Lexcen has manual transmission. 1988 Toyota Lexcen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 1988 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Lexcen |
Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |