2008 Honda Accord vs. 1968 Marcos 1600
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Marcos 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 1600 would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1968 Marcos 1600. (88 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1968 Marcos 1600.
Because 1968 Marcos 1600 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 1968 Marcos 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Marcos 1600. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Marcos 1600.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1968 Marcos 1600 | |
Make | Honda | Marcos |
Model | Accord | 1600 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |