2005 Honda Accord vs. 1989 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 8 kg more than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Honda Accord (217 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 1989 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Blizzard |
Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 167 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |