1977 Toyota Century vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,374 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Century weights approximately 285 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord.
Because 1977 Toyota Century 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 1977 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1977 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Toyota Century | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | Century | Accord |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3374 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4805 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1436 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2725 mm |