1979 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2000 Honda HR-V is newer by 21 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, 2000 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda HR-V weights approximately 155 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 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 2000 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | HR-V |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |