2004 Honda Accord vs. 1986 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (161 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 80 kg more than 1986 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Toyota Model F 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 1986 Toyota Model F. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Accord | 1986 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | Model F |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2240 mm |
