2002 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1980 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,601 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Honda Accord weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2002 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu YRV 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, 1980 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu YRV | 1980 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | YRV | Accord |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |
