1978 Honda Accord vs. 1991 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1991 Toyota Camry is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Camry (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Camry weights approximately 276 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, 1991 Toyota Camry (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 1991 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Camry |
Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |