1977 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Lexus LX
To start off, 1996 Lexus LX 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 4,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus LX weights approximately 1540 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord.
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 LX (373 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm). This means 1996 Lexus LX 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 LX | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Accord | LX |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 4498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2860 mm |
