2009 Honda Accord vs. 1990 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Starlet 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 (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 651 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1990 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Starlet |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 199 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |