1993 Honda Accord vs. 2006 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2006 TVR Tamora is newer by 13 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 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR Tamora (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1993 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Accord weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 TVR Tamora.
Because 2006 TVR Tamora 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 TVR Tamora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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 TVR Tamora (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Accord. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Accord | 2006 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Honda | TVR |
| Model | Accord | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1220 mm |
