2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio is newer by 24 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, 2003 Honda Mobilio (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 295 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Honda Mobilio (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Mobilio | 1979 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Mobilio | Accord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
