2007 Honda Accord vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 702 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2007 Honda Accord (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |