2007 Honda Accord vs. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount

To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Viscount would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Vauxhall Viscount is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 38 kg more than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 1966 Vauxhall Viscount (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Vauxhall Viscount will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Honda Accord 1966 Vauxhall Viscount
Make Honda Vauxhall
Model Accord Viscount
Year Released 2007 1966
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2353 cc 3294 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 166 HP 122 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 241 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99 mm 82.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 8.5:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1418 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2740 mm


 

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