1979 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Bolero is newer by 28 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 2,498 cc, 2007 Mahindra Bolero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mahindra Bolero (100 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Bolero should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 830 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mahindra Bolero (236 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Bolero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 2007 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | Honda | Mahindra |
| Model | Accord | Bolero |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2498 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
