2005 Acura CL vs. 1994 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Acura CL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1994 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura CL weights approximately 360 kg more than 1994 Honda Accord. 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, 2005 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Accord. (173 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura CL | 1994 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | CL | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
