1990 Honda Legend vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 12 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 645 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, 1990 Honda Legend (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 1978 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Legend | Accord |
Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 41 L |