1978 Honda Accord vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 1 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado (163 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 855 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 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1978 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1978 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Accord | Toronado |
Year Released | 1978 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1601 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |