2007 Honda Accord vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 29 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 599 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, 2007 Honda Accord (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Publica |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2270 mm |