1977 Honda Accord vs. 1984 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1984 Toyota Model F is newer by 7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Model F (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Model F weights approximately 440 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.
Because 1984 Toyota Model F 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 1984 Toyota Model F. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1984 Toyota Model F (162 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 1984 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | Model F |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1984 |
| 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 | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2240 mm |
