1977 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2000 Toyota Mark II 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 620 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 Toyota Mark II 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, 2000 Toyota Mark II 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, 2000 Toyota Mark II (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 2000 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
