1998 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 13 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 1,849 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 146 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit.
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 (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2011 Honda Fit | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Fit |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1849 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2499 mm |