1979 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2000 Toyota Solara 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Solara (187 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Solara weights approximately 680 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, 2000 Toyota Solara (283 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (142 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Solara |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 283 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |