1996 Honda Accord vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 395 kg more than 1977 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Celica 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 1977 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Celica |
Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |