1977 Toyota Publica vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 930 kg more than 1977 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Accord (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Toyota Publica | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | Publica | Accord |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2199 cc |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |