1991 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Honda Life

To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,449 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Accord weights approximately 570 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. 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, 1991 Honda Accord (230 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 2002 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1991 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1991 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Honda Accord 2002 Honda Life
Make Honda Honda
Model Accord Life
Year Released 1991 2002
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2449 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 176 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 93 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 66 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 64 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 8.5:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 860 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 3400 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2410 mm