1980 Austin Maxi vs. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Because 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour 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, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (105 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour has automatic transmission and 1980 Austin Maxi has manual transmission. 1980 Austin Maxi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Austin Maxi | 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Maxi | Accord Crosstour |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |