1998 Honda Accord vs. 1991 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,449 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (201 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (176 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Accord weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 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, 1991 Honda Accord (230 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (196 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 1991 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Accord |
Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2449 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |