1979 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Koenigsegg CCR
To start off, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Koenigsegg CCR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR (816 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 727 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Koenigsegg CCR weights approximately 250 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 2006 Koenigsegg CCR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Koenigsegg CCR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Koenigsegg CCR (920 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 778 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Koenigsegg CCR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 2006 Koenigsegg CCR | |
Make | Honda | Koenigsegg |
Model | Accord | CCR |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 816 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 920 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1069 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2659 mm |