1998 Honda Accord vs. 1994 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (201 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Intrepid. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 205 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, 1994 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (196 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord. 1994 Dodge Intrepid has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 1994 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Accord | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
