2009 Honda Accord vs. 1989 Toyota Model F

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 Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Model F 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 (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Model F weights approximately 171 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.

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, 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 (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Model F.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Honda Accord 1989 Toyota Model F
Make Honda Toyota
Model Accord Model F
Year Released 2009 1989
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2354 cc 1812 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 190 HP 79 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 221 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Vehicle Weight 1129 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


 

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