1996 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 15 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 470 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.
Because 1996 De Tomaso Bigua 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 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord. 1981 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1996 De Tomaso Bigua has manual transmission. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 De Tomaso Bigua | 1981 Honda Accord | |
Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
Model | Bigua | Accord |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2390 mm |