1993 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2000 Holden Zafira is newer by 7 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1993 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Zafira weights approximately 95 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, 2000 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Accord. 2000 Holden Zafira has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Holden Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Accord | 2000 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Accord | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
