1978 Chrysler 1609 vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, both 1978 Chrysler 1609 and 1978 Honda Accord were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler 1609 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler 1609 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler 1609 weights approximately 196 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Chrysler 1609 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 1978 Chrysler 1609. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Chrysler 1609 (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler 1609 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chrysler 1609 | 1978 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chrysler | Honda |
Model | 1609 | Accord |
Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2390 mm |