1996 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 9 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 42 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 83 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
