2006 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Toyota Supra

To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 13 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord.

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, 2006 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 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Honda Accord 1993 Toyota Supra
Make Honda Toyota
Model Accord Supra
Year Released 2006 1993
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2360 cc 2997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 160 HP 325 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 441 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1460 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1280 mm


 

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