2002 Honda Accord vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 210 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Celica |
Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2563 cc |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |