1979 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 23 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 825 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, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord. 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora 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. 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Accord | Aurora |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2860 mm |
