1979 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Acura CL
To start off, 2004 Acura CL is newer by 25 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 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura CL weights approximately 615 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, 2004 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord. 2004 Acura CL 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. 2004 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 2004 Acura CL | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | Accord | CL |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 3212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
