2007 Honda Accord vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (245 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 294 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. 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 (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Celica |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2563 cc |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |