1986 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2002 Lancia Phedra is newer by 16 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Phedra (129 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 455 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.
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, 2002 Lancia Phedra (194 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Accord | 2002 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1953 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
