1979 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Lexus SC
To start off, 1996 Lexus SC is newer by 17 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 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus SC weights approximately 585 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 1996 Lexus SC 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 1996 Lexus SC. 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, 1996 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 1996 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Accord | SC |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
