1992 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 14 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 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1992 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 270 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 2006 Maserati GranSport 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 2006 Maserati GranSport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2006 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Accord. (199 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Accord | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Accord | GranSport |
Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 4242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |