1978 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 35 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 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 1040 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 2013 Lexus RX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX 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, 2013 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 2013 Lexus RX | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Accord | RX |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2740 mm |