1985 Honda Accord vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1985 Honda Accord is newer by 7 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 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Accord weights approximately 256 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.
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, 1985 Honda Accord (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 1978 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Accord |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
