1978 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1993 Toyota Starlet is newer by 15 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 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Starlet.
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, 1978 Honda Accord (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 1993 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Starlet |
Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2310 mm |