1978 Honda Accord vs. 1991 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (256 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 395 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 1991 Venturi Cabriolet 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 1991 Venturi Cabriolet. 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, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (405 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 1991 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Honda | Venturi |
| Model | Accord | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
