1979 Honda Accord vs. 1975 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1979 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 650 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Avanti Avanti 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 1975 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1975 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1975 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 1975 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Honda | Avanti |
Model | Accord | Avanti |
Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2780 mm |