2008 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 335 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu YRV.
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, 1998 Honda Accord (196 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu YRV | 1998 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | YRV | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
