1986 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 24 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 1,953 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Fit weights approximately 17 kg more than 1986 Honda Accord.
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, 1986 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit. 2010 Honda Fit has automatic transmission and 1986 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1986 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Accord | 2010 Honda Fit | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Fit |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1953 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2499 mm |