1996 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Coupe. (112 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 155 kg more than 1997 Hyundai Coupe. 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, 1996 Honda Accord (200 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Coupe. 1996 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1997 Hyundai Coupe has manual transmission. 1997 Hyundai Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 1997 Hyundai Coupe | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | Coupe |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |