1993 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1993 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 330 kg more than 1993 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Accord. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Accord | 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Accord | Diamante |
Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |