1977 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Lexus ES
To start off, 1996 Lexus ES is newer by 19 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus ES (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus ES weights approximately 640 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, 1996 Lexus ES (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 1996 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Accord | ES |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2680 mm |
