1977 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 30 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 185 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 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Accord | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Accord |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |