1977 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 34 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Venza weights approximately 816 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, 2011 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Accord | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Venza |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 67 L |