1996 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-Z is newer by 15 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 9 more horse power than 2011 Honda CR-Z. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda CR-Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 98 kg more than 2011 Honda CR-Z. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-Z. (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 2011 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2436 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |
