1978 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Toyota Verossa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Verossa 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Verossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Verossa (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Verossa should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Verossa weights approximately 600 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 Toyota Verossa 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 2001 Toyota Verossa. 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, 2001 Toyota Verossa (377 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Verossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 2001 Toyota Verossa | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Verossa |
Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |