1997 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Honda Fit
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 12 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 17 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 96 kg more than 1997 Honda Accord.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Accord | 2009 Honda Fit | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Fit |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |