1977 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster 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 Mitsubishi Carisma (176 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Accord | Carisma |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
