2001 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1983 Honda Accord
To start off, 2001 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Intrepid (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1983 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 610 kg more than 1983 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, 2001 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Accord. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Intrepid | 1983 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Intrepid | Accord |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |
