2008 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 1995 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 1995 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, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2008 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1995 Toyota Lexcen has manual transmission. 1995 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 | 1995 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Lexcen |
Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |