1995 Honda Accord vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 188 kg more than 1981 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, 1995 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Accord | 1981 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Accord |
Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |