2008 Honda Accord vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (120 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 180 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Toyota Celica 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 1985 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Celica |
Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |