2002 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 24 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 6,253 cc (16 cylinders), 2002 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord.
Because 2002 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti Veyron 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, 2002 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bugatti Veyron | 1978 Honda Accord | |
Make | Bugatti | Honda |
Model | Veyron | Accord |
Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6253 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 547 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |