2004 Honda Accord vs. 1987 Toyota Century
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Century weights approximately 228 kg more than 2004 Honda Accord.
Because 1987 Toyota Century 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 1987 Toyota Century. 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, 1987 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord. 1987 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Accord | 1987 Toyota Century | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Century |
Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |