1995 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Dodge DART
To start off, 2013 Dodge DART is newer by 18 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DART (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DART should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DART weights approximately 321 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.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DART. (197 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DART.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 2013 Dodge DART | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Accord | DART |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1465 mm |
