1977 Honda Accord vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1979 Toyota Celica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 290 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Accord | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Celica |
Year Released | 1977 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2563 cc |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2640 mm |