1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1994 Honda Accord
To start off, 1994 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Accord (149 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Accord weights approximately 155 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate 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 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Honda Accord (198 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 1994 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 1994 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Graduate | Accord |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 149 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
