2008 Honda Accord vs. 1989 Toyota Model F
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 Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Model F 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 (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 54 kg more than 1989 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Model F 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 1989 Toyota Model F. 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 (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Model F. 1989 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1989 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | Model F |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2240 mm |
