1994 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (199 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1994 Honda Accord. (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 265 kg more than 1994 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (303 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Accord. (198 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Accord | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Accord | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
