1998 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Fabia 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 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 291 kg more than 2002 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 2002 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Accord | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
