1989 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 11 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 499 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, 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord. 1978 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix has manual transmission. 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1978 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Pontiac | Honda |
| Model | Grand Prix | Accord |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
