2007 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (245 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 246 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.
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, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Accord | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
