1978 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 24 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 630 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Accord | Diamante |
Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |