2005 Honda Accord vs. 1975 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 65 kg more than 1975 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1975 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 1975 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Honda | Avanti |
Model | Accord | Avanti |
Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2780 mm |