2004 BMW 116 vs. 1985 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 BMW 116 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 BMW 116. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 116 weights approximately 152 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord.
Because 2004 BMW 116 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 2004 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 116. (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 116 | 1985 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 116 | Accord |
Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |