1977 Honda Accord vs. 1983 Pontiac Phoenix
To start off, 1983 Pontiac Phoenix is newer by 6 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac Phoenix (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac Phoenix should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac Phoenix weights approximately 170 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.
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, 1983 Pontiac Phoenix (181 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 1983 Pontiac Phoenix | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Accord | Phoenix |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
