2007 Honda Accord vs. 1988 TVR S2
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 TVR S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 TVR S2 would be higher. At 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 TVR S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR S2 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR S2 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 85 kg more than 1988 TVR S2.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 TVR S2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1988 TVR S2 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 TVR S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1988 TVR S2 | |
| Make | Honda | TVR |
| Model | Accord | S2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2290 mm |
