1982 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2001 Panoz AIV is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1982 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Panoz AIV weights approximately 220 kg more than 1982 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Panoz AIV 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 2001 Panoz AIV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 2001 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Accord | 2001 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Honda | Panoz |
| Model | Accord | AIV |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 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 | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
