1997 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2001 Honda HR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Accord 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 21 more horse power than 2001 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Accord weights approximately 245 kg more than 2001 Honda HR-V. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Accord | 2001 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | HR-V |
Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |