1998 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Honda Vamos
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 4 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (201 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 340 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Vamos 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 2002 Honda Vamos. 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, 1998 Honda Accord (196 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos. 2002 Honda Vamos 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. 2002 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 2002 Honda Vamos | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Vamos |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |
