1998 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2005 Lancia Zeta is newer by 7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Zeta (135 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 235 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord. 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, 2005 Lancia Zeta (186 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord. 2005 Lancia Zeta 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. 2005 Lancia Zeta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 2005 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
