1998 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Acura EL
To start off, 2000 Acura EL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,849 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 196 kg more than 2000 Acura EL.
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 Honda Accord (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2000 Acura EL | |
Make | Honda | Acura |
Model | Accord | EL |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1849 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1079 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1704 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2619 mm |