1977 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2002 Toyota Soarer 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 800 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 Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Soarer 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 Soarer | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Soarer |
Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |