1955 Daimler One-O-Four vs. 1981 Honda Accord

To start off, 1981 Honda Accord is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daimler One-O-Four would be higher. At 3,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Daimler One-O-Four is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four weights approximately 950 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1955 Daimler One-O-Four 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 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Daimler One-O-Four will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Daimler One-O-Four 1981 Honda Accord
Make Daimler Honda
Model One-O-Four Accord
Year Released 1955 1981
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3468 cc 1602 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 80 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 259 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.6 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 108 mm 86 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1880 kg 930 kg
Vehicle Length 4980 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2390 mm


 

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