1978 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Lexus LX
To start off, 2007 Lexus LX is newer by 29 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 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LX (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LX weights approximately 653 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 2007 Lexus LX 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, 2007 Lexus LX 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, 2007 Lexus LX (445 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 2007 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Accord | LX |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 4670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 96 L |
