1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1981 Avanti Avanti is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Avanti Avanti (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 610 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Avanti Avanti 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 1981 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1981 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1981 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Avanti Avanti | 1978 Honda Accord | |
Make | Avanti | Honda |
Model | Avanti | Accord |
Year Released | 1981 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2290 mm |