1978 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 32 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 655 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, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (310 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 2010 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Accord | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
