1977 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 1999 Toyota Sienna 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Sienna (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 815 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, 1999 Toyota Sienna (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 1999 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2910 mm |
