1977 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Ford Laser
To start off, 1993 Ford Laser is newer by 16 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Laser weights approximately 115 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, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 1993 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Accord | Laser |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
