1978 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Lexus GS
To start off, 2006 Lexus GS is newer by 28 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus GS (245 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus GS weights approximately 765 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 2006 Lexus GS 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, 2006 Lexus GS 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, 2006 Lexus GS (312 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 2006 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Accord | GS |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 71 L |
