2007 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Today 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 (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 370 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1998 Honda Today | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Today |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |