2002 Honda Accord vs. 1986 Italdesign Machimoto
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Italdesign Machimoto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Italdesign Machimoto 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 (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto. (137 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto.
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, 2002 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto. (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1986 Italdesign Machimoto | |
| Make | Honda | Italdesign |
| Model | Accord | Machimoto |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
