1977 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2000 Kia Potentia is newer by 23 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Potentia weights approximately 575 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 2000 Kia Potentia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Kia Potentia (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Accord | 2000 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Potentia |
Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2720 mm |