1984 Honda Accord vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X1 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1984 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X1 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1984 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW X1 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Accord. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Accord | 2013 BMW X1 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Accord | X1 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4484 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2044 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |