1985 Dodge 600 vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1985 Dodge 600. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge 600 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Dodge 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge 600. (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge 600 | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | 600 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
