1978 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Torrent 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Torrent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Torrent (263 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac Torrent weights approximately 422 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, 2008 Pontiac Torrent (339 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 2008 Pontiac Torrent | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Accord | Torrent |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| 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 | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 62 L |
