2008 Honda Accord vs. 1989 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Camry.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1989 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Camry |
Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |