1976 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V is newer by 32 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 557 kg more than 1976 Honda Accord.
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, 2008 Honda FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Honda Accord | 2008 Honda FR-V | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | FR-V |
Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 126 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1447 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |