1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1977 Honda Accord
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 750 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Holden Berlina 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 1999 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Berlina | 1977 Honda Accord | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Berlina | Accord |
Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2390 mm |