1977 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1414 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 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Tundra |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5329 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1935 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |