2006 Honda Accord vs. 1991 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 15 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 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Accord weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 1991 Honda Accord (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1991 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
