1981 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Noble M12
To start off, 2000 Noble M12 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Noble M12 (307 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Noble M12 weights approximately 20 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 2000 Noble M12 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 2000 Noble M12. 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, 2000 Noble M12 (435 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Accord | 2000 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Honda | Noble |
| Model | Accord | M12 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
