1976 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 1999 Toyota Yaris is newer by 23 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Yaris (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 75 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.
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, 1999 Toyota Yaris (131 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Honda Accord | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Yaris |
Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |