1979 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Lexus GX
To start off, 2003 Lexus GX is newer by 24 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus GX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus GX weights approximately 1159 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 2003 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lexus GX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Lexus GX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 2003 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Accord | GX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2800 mm |
