2006 Acura RSX vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RSX (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RSX weights approximately 156 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 1995 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | RSX | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
