1998 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, 2001 Mahindra Bolero is newer by 3 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 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mahindra Bolero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra Bolero. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 465 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord.
Because 2001 Mahindra Bolero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mahindra Bolero will offer significantly more control. 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 (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mahindra Bolero. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mahindra Bolero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 2001 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | Honda | Mahindra |
| Model | Accord | Bolero |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1780 kg |
