2005 Honda Accord vs. 1976 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 511 kg more than 1976 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Toyota Celica 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 1976 Toyota Celica. 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, 2005 Honda Accord (287 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 1976 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Celica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 135 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1481 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |