1997 Honda Accord vs. 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso
To start off, 1997 Honda Accord is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Accord weights approximately 655 kg more than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. 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, 1997 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Accord | 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | Accord | Turbo De Tomaso |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
