2002 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Honda Capa
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Capa 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 (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1999 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 480 kg more than 1999 Honda Capa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Capa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord 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, 2002 Honda Accord (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1999 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Capa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2370 mm |
