2002 Honda Accord vs. 1981 Seat 131
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Seat 131 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (187 HP) has 134 more horse power than 1981 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Seat 131 weights approximately 119 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 1981 Seat 131 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Seat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 1981 Seat 131 | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Accord | 131 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |