2009 Honda Accord vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 450 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Accord (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica. 1983 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Celica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |