2009 Honda Accord vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 570 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1978 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Accord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 41 L |
