1995 Honda Accord vs. 1984 Pontiac Phoenix
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Phoenix would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 265 kg more than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. 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 (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. (181 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 1984 Pontiac Phoenix | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Accord | Phoenix |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
