1987 Mitsubishi Starion vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Starion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Starion would be higher. At 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Starion. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Starion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 341 kg more than 1987 Mitsubishi Starion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Mitsubishi Starion 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 Mitsubishi Starion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Starion. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Starion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Starion | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Starion | Accord |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1466 kg |
