2008 Honda Accord vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 29 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (268 HP) has 150 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 100 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, 2008 Honda Accord (337 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
