1979 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Honda That
To start off, 2004 Honda That 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 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 38 more horse power than 2004 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Accord weights approximately 113 kg more than 2004 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda That 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, 2004 Honda That 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, 1979 Honda Accord (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda That. 2004 Honda That 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 Honda That will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 2004 Honda That | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | That |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2370 mm |
