1978 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Honda Accord
To start off, 2000 Honda Accord is newer by 22 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Accord (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Accord weights approximately 410 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, 2000 Honda Accord (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 2000 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Accord |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |