1993 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2002 Honda Accord

To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.

Because 1993 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Chevrolet Camaro 2002 Honda Accord
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Camaro Accord
Year Released 1993 2002
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3130 cc 2997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 138 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 244 Nm 289 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 86 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2680 mm


 

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