1977 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 33 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 2,427 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 983 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, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Honda | Chrysler |
| Model | Accord | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1873 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 57 L |
