1996 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Vauxhall Sintra
To start off, 1997 Vauxhall Sintra 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Vauxhall Sintra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Vauxhall Sintra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Vauxhall Sintra should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Vauxhall Sintra weights approximately 360 kg more than 1996 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, 1997 Vauxhall Sintra (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (200 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Vauxhall Sintra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 1997 Vauxhall Sintra | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Accord | Sintra |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |