2007 Honda Accord vs. 1984 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1984 Toyota MR2. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 458 kg more than 1984 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota MR2 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 1984 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Accord (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota MR2. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1984 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
