1992 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 10 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1992 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 410 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.
Because 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Accord. (199 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Accord. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera 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. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Accord | 2002 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Accord | Frontera |
Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |