1978 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 570 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (167 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Avensis |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |