2005 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Supra (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 385 kg more than 1993 Toyota Supra.
Because 1993 Toyota Supra 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 1993 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1993 Toyota Supra (598 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (287 Nm). This means 1993 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 1993 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Supra |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 598 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2560 mm |