1994 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 2012 Honda Accord

To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (271 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 103 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro 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 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord. 2012 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro has manual transmission. 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Lotec Testa de Oro 2012 Honda Accord
Make Lotec Honda
Model Testa de Oro Accord
Year Released 1994 2012
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4943 cc 3500 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 741 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 900 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1650 kg 1547 kg


 

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