1992 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 1997 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Intrepid (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1992 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 140 kg more than 1992 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, 1997 Dodge Intrepid (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Accord. 1997 Dodge Intrepid has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Accord | 1997 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Accord | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
