1991 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 16 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 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 695 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord. 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (308 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord. 1991 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2007 Lancia Thesis has manual transmission. 2007 Lancia Thesis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Accord | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Accord | Thesis |
Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75.7 mm |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |