1978 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Isuzu I-290
To start off, 2008 Isuzu I-290 is newer by 30 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Isuzu I-290 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Isuzu I-290 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord.
Because 2008 Isuzu I-290 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 2008 Isuzu I-290. 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, 2008 Isuzu I-290 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu I-290 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 2008 Isuzu I-290 | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Accord | I-290 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 74 L |
