1978 Honda Accord vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 31 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 921 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 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Accord | Rexton |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |