1992 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 50 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ 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 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Honda Accord (289 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | RZ | Accord |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
