1999 Acura SLX vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1999 Acura SLX is newer by 21 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura SLX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura SLX (225 HP) has 135 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura SLX should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura SLX 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, 1999 Acura SLX (312 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (133 Nm). This means 1999 Acura SLX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura SLX | 1978 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | SLX | Accord |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1834 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2390 mm |
