1985 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Xedos 6
To start off, 1998 Xedos 6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Accord weights approximately 10 kg more than 1998 Xedos 6. 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, 1985 Honda Accord (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Xedos 6. 1998 Xedos 6 has automatic transmission and 1985 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1985 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Xedos 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 1998 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Xedos |
| Model | Accord | 6 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
