1996 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Toyota Condor

To start off, 2001 Toyota Condor 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 151 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord.

Because 2001 Toyota Condor 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 Toyota Condor. 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, both vehicles can yield 158 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Honda Accord 2001 Toyota Condor
Make Honda Toyota
Model Accord Condor
Year Released 1996 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1850 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 158 Nm 158 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 1426 kg
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2540 mm


 

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