1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 51 kg more than 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 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, 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Accord |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
