1977 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Honda City
To start off, 1999 Honda City is newer by 22 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda City weights approximately 50 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, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Accord | 1999 Honda City | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | City |
Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |