1999 Honda Accord vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Honda Accord is newer by 22 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP) has 114 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (86 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Accord weights approximately 462 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, 1999 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 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (142 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Accord | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Celica |
Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 86 HP |
Torque | 264 Nm | 142 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |