1992 Pontiac Sunbird vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Sunbird would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. (111 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 330 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. 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, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Pontiac Sunbird | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Pontiac | Honda |
| Model | Sunbird | Accord |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2799 mm |
