1981 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Honda Inspire
To start off, 2003 Honda Inspire is newer by 22 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Inspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Inspire (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Inspire should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Inspire weights approximately 580 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.
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, 2003 Honda Inspire (288 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Inspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Accord | 2003 Honda Inspire | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Inspire |
Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |