1993 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 18 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 320 kg more than 1993 Honda Accord.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Accord. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Honda Accord | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Accord | Captiva |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |