1978 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2007 Saturn Outlook 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Outlook (270 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord.
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, 2007 Saturn Outlook (336 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 2007 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Accord | Outlook |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 83 L |
