1977 Honda Accord vs. 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 17 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 812 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, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Accord | 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Accord | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 1977 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
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 | 1702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |