1978 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Mitsubishi ASX
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi ASX is newer by 23 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 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi ASX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi ASX (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi ASX should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi ASX weights approximately 975 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 2001 Mitsubishi ASX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi ASX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Mitsubishi ASX (240 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (133 Nm). This means 2001 Mitsubishi ASX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 2001 Mitsubishi ASX | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Accord | ASX |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 71 L |
