1986 Italdesign Machimoto vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Italdesign Machimoto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Italdesign Machimoto would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto. (137 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto.
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, 2004 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto. (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Italdesign Machimoto | 2004 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Italdesign | Honda |
| Model | Machimoto | Accord |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
