1977 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 21 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1960 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.
Because 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Accord | 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Mega Cruiser |
Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 108 L |