1995 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 682 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Hyundai Equus 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 2002 Hyundai Equus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 2002 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Accord | Equus |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
