2007 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Venturi 400
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi 400 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Venturi 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1996 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Honda | Venturi |
Model | Accord | 400 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |