1977 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 35 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 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 184 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 2012 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
