2007 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Acura EL
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura EL would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1997 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 275 kg more than 1997 Acura EL. 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, 2007 Honda Accord (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1997 Acura EL | |
Make | Honda | Acura |
Model | Accord | EL |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1079 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1704 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2619 mm |