1979 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 30 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord.
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, 2009 Honda FR-V (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 2009 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | FR-V |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
