2003 Acura CL vs. 1977 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Acura CL is newer by 26 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 690 kg more than 1977 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, 2003 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura CL | 1977 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | CL | Accord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
