1979 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2000 Toyota Yaris 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, 1979 Honda Accord (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Accord weights approximately 105 kg more than 2000 Toyota Yaris. 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 (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Yaris. (88 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 2000 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Yaris |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 66.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |