1999 Honda Today vs. 1977 Honda Accord
To start off, 1999 Honda Today 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Honda Accord weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Today | 1977 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Today | Accord |
Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |