1994 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 16 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1994 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 490 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.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Accord. (173 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Accord | 2010 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Accord | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
