1977 Toyota Publica 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 Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 741 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, 2013 Honda Accord (247 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Publica | Accord |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2356 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1496 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2775 mm |
