1976 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Venturi 400
To start off, 1998 Venturi 400 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi 400 (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1976 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Venturi 400 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1976 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Venturi 400 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 1998 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1998 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Honda Accord | 1998 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Honda | Venturi |
Model | Accord | 400 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2500 mm |