2009 Honda Accord vs. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (98 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
