1979 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 27 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 145 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Accord |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |