2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 1991 Honda Accord

To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter 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 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bristol Fighter (660 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 484 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (176 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 540 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Bristol Fighter 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 Bristol Fighter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2004 Bristol Fighter (787 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord. 1991 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2004 Bristol Fighter has manual transmission. 2004 Bristol Fighter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Bristol Fighter 1991 Honda Accord
Make Bristol Honda
Model Fighter Accord
Year Released 2004 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7994 cc 2451 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 660 HP 176 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 787 Nm 231 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 3900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98.6 mm 86.4 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4840 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2810 mm


 

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