1979 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1995 Toyota Starlet is newer by 16 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, 1995 Toyota Starlet (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Starlet weights approximately 36 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, 1995 Toyota Starlet (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord. 1995 Toyota Starlet has automatic transmission and 1979 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1979 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Toyota Starlet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 1995 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1331 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
