2007 Honda Accord vs. 1990 Toyota Supra

To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Supra 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 43 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Supra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Supra.

Because 1990 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 1990 Toyota Supra. 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 (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Supra. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Supra.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Honda Accord 1990 Toyota Supra
Make Honda Toyota
Model Accord Supra
Year Released 2007 1990
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2997 cc 2953 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 244 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 287 Nm 254 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 91 mm
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 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 50 L


 

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