1986 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Venturi 400
To start off, 1998 Venturi 400 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi 400 (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1986 Honda Accord. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Venturi 400 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1986 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Venturi 400 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 1998 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1998 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Accord. (156 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Accord | 1998 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Honda | Venturi |
Model | Accord | 400 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1954 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |