1977 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 36 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac XTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 1022 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 2013 Cadillac XTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac XTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Honda | Cadillac |
| Model | Accord | XTS |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2831 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |
