1998 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Venturi Cabriolet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Venturi Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 1993 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Honda | Venturi |
| Model | Accord | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
