2006 Honda Accord vs. 1985 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 528 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1985 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1985 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1985 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
