1998 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, 2005 Mahindra Bolero 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 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra Bolero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Bolero. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 510 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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 (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 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 2005 Mahindra Bolero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 2005 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | Honda | Mahindra |
| Model | Accord | Bolero |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1780 kg |
