2009 Honda Accord vs. 1970 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1970 Toyota 2000GT. (128 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 31 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 1970 Toyota 2000GT 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 1970 Toyota 2000GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1970 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | 2000GT |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |