2002 Honda City vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda City is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda City weights approximately 42 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Honda Accord (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda City | 1979 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | City | Accord |
Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |