1996 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2001 Panoz AIV is newer by 5 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 Panoz AIV.
Because 2001 Panoz AIV 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 2001 Panoz AIV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2001 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (200 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord. 1996 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2001 Panoz AIV has manual transmission. 2001 Panoz AIV 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 | 2001 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Honda | Panoz |
Model | Accord | AIV |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |