1996 Bentley Azure vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 Bentley Azure is newer by 18 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 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1514 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 1996 Bentley Azure 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 1996 Bentley Azure. 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, 1996 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 624 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord. 1996 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1978 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1978 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Azure | 1978 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Bentley | Honda |
| Model | Azure | Accord |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 50 L |
