1979 Honda Accord vs. 1994 Xedos 6
To start off, 1994 Xedos 6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Xedos 6 weights approximately 210 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.
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, 1979 Honda Accord (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 1994 Xedos 6 | |
Make | Honda | Xedos |
Model | Accord | 6 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2620 mm |