2009 Honda Accord vs. 1983 Toyota Cressida
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 Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Cressida. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 41 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 1983 Toyota Cressida 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 Cressida. 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 (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Cressida. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1983 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Cressida |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |