1977 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2002 Toyota Pod is newer by 25 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, 2002 Toyota Pod (194 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Pod 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, 2002 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 2002 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | Pod |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 48 L |
