1995 Honda Argento Viva vs. 2001 Honda Accord
To start off, 2001 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Argento Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Argento Viva would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Honda Argento Viva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Honda Accord. (145 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Argento Viva should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Accord weights approximately 70 kg more than 1995 Honda Argento Viva.
Because 1995 Honda Argento Viva 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 1995 Honda Argento Viva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (237 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Accord. (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Argento Viva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Argento Viva | 2001 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Argento Viva | Accord |
Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |