2005 Honda Accord vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 618 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda Accord (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1373 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
