2008 Honda Accord vs. 1988 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (268 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Lexcen. (171 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 1988 Toyota Lexcen 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 1988 Toyota Lexcen. 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 (337 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Lexcen. (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Lexcen. 2008 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1988 Toyota Lexcen has manual transmission. 1988 Toyota Lexcen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1988 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Lexcen |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 171 HP |
Torque | 337 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |