1996 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Acura EL
To start off, 1998 Acura EL is newer by 2 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 221 kg more than 1998 Acura EL. 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 (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 1998 Acura EL | |
Make | Honda | Acura |
Model | Accord | EL |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1079 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1704 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2619 mm |