2009 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. (194 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 658 kg more than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota Lexcen 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 1995 Toyota Lexcen. 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, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1995 Toyota Lexcen has manual transmission. 1995 Toyota Lexcen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1995 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Lexcen |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |