2004 Acura RSX vs. 1991 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Acura RSX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,449 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Accord weights approximately 208 kg more than 2004 Acura RSX. 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, 1991 Honda Accord (230 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura RSX | 1991 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | RSX | Accord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2449 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
