2004 Honda Z vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Honda Z is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 410 kg more than 2004 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Z 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, 1996 Honda Accord (200 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z. 1996 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Z has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Z | 1996 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Z | Accord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
