2009 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Toyota MR2
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 MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota MR2 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 17 more horse power than 1995 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 106 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 1995 Toyota MR2 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 MR2. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1995 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | MR2 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |